2004 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2007 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2007 GMC Yukon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Yukon (303 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox.
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, 2007 GMC Yukon (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. 2007 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet Equinox has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet Equinox will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Equinox | 2007 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Equinox | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3423 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |
