2005 GMC Yukon vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, both 2005 GMC Yukon and 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (287 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 314 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. 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 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2005 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | GMC | Hyundai |
Model | Yukon | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 287 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |