2004 GMC Yukon vs. 1998 Panoz Q9
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Panoz Q9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Panoz Q9 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz Q9 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1998 Panoz Q9 (678 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Yukon. (441 Nm). This means 1998 Panoz Q9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 1998 Panoz Q9 | |
| Make | GMC | Panoz |
| Model | Yukon | Q9 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2650 mm |
