2003 GMC Yukon vs. 2003 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2003 GMC Yukon and 2003 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 181 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2003 Subaru Outback. 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GMC Yukon | 2003 Subaru Outback | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Yukon | Outback |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8131 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 618 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |