2007 GMC Yukon vs. 2004 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2007 GMC Yukon is newer by 3 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 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 241 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Samurai.
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 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. 2007 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2004 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 2004 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 GMC Yukon | 2004 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | GMC | Suzuki |
Model | Yukon | Samurai |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |