2003 GMC Yukon vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2003 GMC Yukon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. 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 84 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 753 kg more than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. 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 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Yukon | 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Yukon | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8131 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 618 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |
