2011 GMC Yukon vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1241 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord, 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Yukon | 2004 Honda Accord | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Yukon | Accord |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 2624 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |
