2005 GMC Yukon vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 GMC Yukon. (287 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 811 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 911. (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 911. 2005 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1995 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1995 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Yukon | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Yukon | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2280 mm |
