2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 509 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2006 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Ram | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| 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 |
