2003 GMC Yukon vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 10 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 8,131 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Yukon (335 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. (298 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 463 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. 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 (618 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Yukon | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Yukon | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8131 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 618 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 2027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3023 mm |
