2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 486 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 GMC Yukon (441 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Yukon | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Yukon | E |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 315 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2720 mm |