2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2011 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 7 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti QX56 (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2004 GMC Yukon. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 374 kg more than 2004 GMC Yukon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 Infiniti QX56 (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Yukon. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Yukon | 2011 Infiniti QX56 | |
Make | GMC | Infiniti |
Model | Yukon | QX56 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 2540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3076 mm |