2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage 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 GMC Yukon (368 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Yukon | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 368 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 58 L |
