2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 7 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2012 GMC Yukon. (320 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1 kg more than 2012 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 (691 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Yukon. (454 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Ram | Yukon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 691 Nm | 454 Nm |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 2471 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 19.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |