2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 70 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (216 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 GMC Yukon.
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 (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Yukon | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Yukon | ML |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |