2004 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1286 kg more than 2004 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (195 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota RAV4 | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | RAV4 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1962 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 119 L |
