2005 Cadillac DTS vs. 2005 GMC Yukon
To start off, both 2005 Cadillac DTS and 2005 GMC Yukon were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 287 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac DTS. (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac DTS | 2005 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | DTS | Yukon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 287 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2880 mm |