2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 GMC Yukon
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (336 HP) has 197 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (139 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1189 kg more than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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 (509 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (189 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2005 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 336 HP |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1424 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 117 L |
