2003 GMC Yukon vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 4 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 105 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 GMC Yukon.
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 @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. (301 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Yukon | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Yukon | G |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
