2004 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 592 kg more than 2004 Dodge Durango. 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (517 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Durango | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Durango | Yukon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 517 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2217 kg | 2809 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 148 L |