2003 GMC Yukon vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2003 GMC Yukon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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 256 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1500 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. 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 (618 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. 2003 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2001 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | GMC | Suzuki |
Model | Yukon | Vitara |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8131 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 618 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |