1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 150 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Yukon. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Suburban | Yukon |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3280 mm |