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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2006 GMC Yukon. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Yukon.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Dodge Ram (713 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Yukon. (509 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Yukon.
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 | 8277 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |
