2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 2 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (295 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1285 kg more than 2006 Mazda RX-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (448 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Yukon | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1311 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2414 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
