2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2004 GMC Yukon and 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 167 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2004 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Yukon | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4820 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 30 L |
