2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Yukon would be higher. 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 142 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1078 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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 2005 Honda Civic. 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) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Yukon | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4820 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
