2005 GMC Yukon vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, both 2005 GMC Yukon and 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP) has 118 more horse power than 2005 GMC Yukon. (336 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 57 kg more than 2005 GMC Yukon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom. 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Yukon. (509 Nm). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Yukon | 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | GMC | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Yukon | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 6748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 454 HP |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 24.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |
