2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (295 HP) has 113 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Venza. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 708 kg more than 2012 Toyota Venza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Venza, 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 (448 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Yukon | Venza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2414 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 67 L |
