2003 GMC Yukon vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2003 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 422 kg more than 2003 GMC Yukon. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Yukon.
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2003 GMC Yukon | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Yukon | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4820 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2262 kg | 2684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2946 mm |