2004 GMC Yukon vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 625 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Yukon | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Yukon | C |
Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |