2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 6,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2013 GMC Yukon. (316 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 89 kg more than 2013 GMC Yukon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Yukon. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Yukon.
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2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Silverado | Yukon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6599 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2560 kg | 2471 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1954 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2946 mm |