2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2004 Opel Vectra

To start off, both 2004 GMC Yukon and 2004 Opel Vectra 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 163 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 567 kg more than 2004 Opel Vectra. 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 Vectra. 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 (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

2004 GMC Yukon 2004 Opel Vectra
Make GMC Opel
Model Yukon Vectra
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5328 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 286 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 442 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 98 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2090 kg 1523 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2620 mm


 

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