2003 GMC Yukon vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, both 2003 GMC Yukon and 2003 Subaru R2 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 273 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1490 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. 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 2003 Subaru R2. 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 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Yukon | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Yukon | R2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
