2003 Renault Be Bop vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Be Bop. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Be Bop would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Be Bop. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1263 kg more than 2003 Renault Be Bop. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Be Bop is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Be Bop. 2012 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Be Bop has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Be Bop will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Be Bop | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Renault | GMC |
| Model | Be Bop | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
