2003 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 9 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 4,820 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2003 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 512 kg more than 2012 Audi S5.
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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Yukon.
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2003 GMC Yukon | 2012 Audi S5 | |
Make | GMC | Audi |
Model | Yukon | S5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4820 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2262 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2751 mm |