2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2004 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 3 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 150 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 3. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 448 kg more than 2004 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 GMC Yukon (454 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 3. (203 Nm). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 2004 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Yukon | 3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1282 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
