2003 GMC Yukon vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2003 GMC Yukon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,820 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 990 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. 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 2001 Honda Civic. 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 (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic. 2003 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Civic 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 GMC Yukon | 2001 Honda Civic | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Yukon | Civic |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4820 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2262 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |