2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2006 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2006 Saab 9-7X 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 9-7X (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 GMC Yukon. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 475 kg more than 2006 Saab 9-7X.
Because 2006 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X 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 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 9-7X. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saab 9-7X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 2006 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | GMC | Saab |
| Model | Yukon | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4195 cc |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 101.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2880 mm |
