2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2005 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 GMC Yukon. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 172 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XK.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Jaguar XK (541 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Yukon. (441 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 2005 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Yukon | XK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2590 mm |
