2007 GMC Yukon vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2007 GMC Yukon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Yukon (303 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg.

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, 2007 GMC Yukon (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg.

Compare all specifications:

2007 GMC Yukon 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
Make GMC Volkswagen
Model Yukon Touareg
Year Released 2007 2003
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5326 cc 3189 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 303 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 100 L