2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 6 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 GMC Yukon (517 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 2011 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 | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Ram | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 2809 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 148 L |
