2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2008 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2008 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 4 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 30 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 715 kg more than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. 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 (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Yukon | 2008 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Yukon | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |