2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 GMC Yukon. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 555 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
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, 2013 Porsche 911, 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Yukon | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1299 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
