2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 GMC Yukon. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 549 kg more than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2012 Nissan Maxima, 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Yukon | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| 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 | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2776 mm |
