2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2004 GMC Yukon and 2004 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (325 HP) has 200 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1279 kg more than 2004 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Astra. 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 GMC Yukon (495 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (167 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 2004 Opel Astra | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Yukon | Astra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2604 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 52 L |
