2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2004 Dodge Neon
To start off, both 2004 GMC Yukon and 2004 Dodge Neon were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 172 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Neon.
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, 2004 Dodge Neon, 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Yukon | 2004 Dodge Neon | |
Make | GMC | Dodge |
Model | Yukon | Neon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2650 mm |