2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2001 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Ignis 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 216 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Ignis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 2001 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Yukon | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2370 mm |
