2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2003 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada Niva 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 207 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2003 Lada Niva. 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 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva. 2004 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2003 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2003 Lada Niva 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 | 2003 Lada Niva | |
| Make | GMC | Lada |
| Model | Yukon | Niva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2210 mm |
