2010 GMC Yukon vs. 2004 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (403 HP) has 178 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 963 kg more than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Intrepid, 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (565 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. (306 Nm). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Yukon | 2004 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | GMC | Dodge |
| Model | Yukon | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2533 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1956 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2880 mm |
