2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 32 kg more than 2004 GMC Yukon.
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, 2011 Toyota Sienna, 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Yukon | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Yukon | Sienna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 2037 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3030 mm |