2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (250 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Yukon. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Yukon | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Yukon | Panamera |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2920 mm |