2002 GMC Yukon vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 4,820 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2002 GMC Yukon. (260 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 201 kg more than 2002 GMC Yukon. 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Yukon | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | GMC | Land Rover |
| Model | Yukon | LR3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4820 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2890 mm |
