2003 GMC Yukon vs. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 GMC Yukon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Yukon (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 640 kg more than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. 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, 2003 GMC Yukon (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GMC Yukon | 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Yukon | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5963 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2320 mm |