2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 921 kg more than 2004 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | 300 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 95 L |
