2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy 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 116 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 580 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy. 2004 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Yukon | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
