2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 8 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2004 GMC Yukon. (325 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 250 kg more than 2012 Land Rover LR4.
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, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Yukon. (495 Nm). This means 2012 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 2012 Land Rover LR4 | |
| Make | GMC | Land Rover |
| Model | Yukon | LR4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2798 kg | 2548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1882 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 86 L |
