2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 3 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 723 kg more than 2008 GMC Yukon.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 GMC Yukon (519 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2008 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Ram | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 148 L |
