2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2003 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (295 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar XK. (290 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 844 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 GMC Yukon (448 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 2003 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Yukon | XK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 290 HP |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2414 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
