2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2004 GMC Yukon and 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 GMC Yukon. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 278 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2004 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Yukon. (442 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Yukon | CLK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
