2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (325 HP) has 172 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1194 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (495 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Yukon | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2604 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |
