2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 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), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 GMC Yukon. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 186 kg more than 2004 GMC Yukon. 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Yukon. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Sierra | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3280 mm |
