2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (295 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (256 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 451 kg more than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (367 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Yukon | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2414 kg | 1963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |
