2006 GMC Yukon vs. 2004 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1255 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. 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 Yukon (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Yukon | 2004 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Yukon | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
