2004 GMC Yukon vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (295 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 784 kg more than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 (448 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Yukon | E |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2414 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
