2005 Acura MDX vs. 2008 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura MDX would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Acura MDX. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 122 kg more than 2005 Acura MDX. 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, 2008 GMC Yukon (519 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 2008 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | MDX | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 148 L |
