2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2004 GMC Yukon. (325 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 237 kg more than 2004 GMC Yukon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Yukon. (495 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Ram | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 325 HP |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 2514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 98 L |
