2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2003 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 GMC Yukon. (317 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 149 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2003 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Yukon. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Yukon.
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2009 Chevrolet Express | 2003 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Express | Yukon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2950 mm |