2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2003 Honda City
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda City would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2003 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1673 kg more than 2003 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda City, 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda City has manual transmission. 2003 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 GMC Yukon | 2003 Honda City | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Yukon | City |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |