2003 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 8 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 41 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tundra. (276 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1210 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tundra. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tundra. (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GMC Yukon | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Yukon | Tundra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5963 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 424 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3230 mm |