2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 5 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 930 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Impala | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
