2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2004 Rover 25
To start off, both 2004 GMC Yukon and 2004 Rover 25 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,820 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2004 Rover 25. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1130 kg more than 2004 Rover 25. 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 Rover 25. 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 (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 25. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 25. 2004 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2004 Rover 25 has manual transmission. 2004 Rover 25 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 Rover 25 | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Yukon | 25 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4820 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
