2005 GMC Yukon vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, both 2005 GMC Yukon and 2005 Nissan Murano 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 42 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 291 kg more than 2005 Nissan Murano. 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) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Yukon | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Yukon | Murano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 287 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 334 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1799 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |