2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 5 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 55 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 380 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano. 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 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Yukon | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Yukon | Murano |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2830 mm |