2003 GMC Yukon vs. 2001 Honda Legend
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 Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Legend 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 133 more horse power than 2001 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 820 kg more than 2001 Honda Legend. 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 Legend. 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 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GMC Yukon | 2001 Honda Legend | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Yukon | Legend |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8131 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 618 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2920 mm |