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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5400 RPM). 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 619 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 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 Opel Astra, 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra. 2004 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Astra 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 | 2004 Opel Astra | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Yukon | Astra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2740 mm |
