2002 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Suburban 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 (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 GMC Yukon.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 441 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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2002 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Suburban | Yukon |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3280 mm |