2004 GMC Yukon vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 GMC Yukon. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 786 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911. 2004 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Yukon | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Yukon | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2360 mm |