2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 144 kg more than 2008 GMC Yukon.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 GMC Yukon (566 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (489 Nm). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2008 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Express | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 566 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |
