2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (364 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 GMC Yukon. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 409 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, 2008 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Yukon. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Sierra | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Sierra | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 364 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3280 mm |
