2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 GMC Yukon. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 76 kg more than 2004 GMC Yukon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 GMC Yukon (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. 2004 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 GMC Yukon | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Yukon | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2166 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2890 mm |