2005 GMC Yukon vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 790 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon 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, 2005 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Yukon | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Yukon | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
