2001 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 260 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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, both vehicles can yield 393 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2001 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2005 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Tahoe | Yukon |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 4818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 2260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |