2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (325 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (276 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 661 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (495 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (361 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Yukon | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.0: 1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2798 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 100 L |
