2003 Ford Ka vs. 2003 GMC Yukon
To start off, both 2003 Ford Ka and 2003 GMC Yukon were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,131 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Yukon (335 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1430 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon (618 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka. 2003 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ford Ka | 2003 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Ka | Yukon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 8131 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 618 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2950 mm |