2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (295 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. (260 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 154 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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 (448 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. (393 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Tahoe | Yukon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 5359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 295 HP |
Torque | 393 Nm | 448 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 2414 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |