2003 GMC Yukon vs. 2002 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2003 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Zafira 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 172 more horse power than 2002 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 830 kg more than 2002 Holden Zafira. 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 2002 Holden Zafira. 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 (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Yukon | 2002 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Yukon | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
