2005 GMC Yukon vs. 2005 Honda HR-V

To start off, both 2005 GMC Yukon and 2005 Honda HR-V were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 951 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V. 2005 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2005 Honda HR-V 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 2005 Honda HR-V
Make GMC Honda
Model Yukon HR-V
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4818 cc 1590 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 260 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 136 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2260 kg 1309 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 55 L


 

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