2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 219 kg more than 2005 Dodge Durango. 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (454 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Durango | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Durango | Yukon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 454 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2252 kg | 2471 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1954 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 98 L |