2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (287 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 310 kg more than 2005 GMC Yukon.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Express | 2005 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Express | Yukon |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2880 mm |