2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2007 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Reno is newer by 3 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Reno. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1101 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Reno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Reno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 2007 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Yukon | Reno |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2610 mm |
