2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 590 kg more than 2005 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 GMC Yukon (517 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Dakota | Yukon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3703 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 517 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 148 L |