2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 362 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. 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 Volkswagen Bora. 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 (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Yukon | Bora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
