2003 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke 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 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 129 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Juke. (188 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 948 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Yukon | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Yukon | Juke |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
