2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 GMC Yukon. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 185 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.
Because 2004 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (367 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Acadia | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3280 mm |
