2003 Chrysler Airflite vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Airflite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Airflite would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1190 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 GMC Yukon (517 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (341 Nm). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Airflite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Airflite | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Airflite | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 148 L |
