2003 GMC Yukon vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Yukon 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 152 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 825 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Grand 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 (488 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Yukon | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Yukon | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
