2005 GMC Yukon vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2005 GMC Yukon and 2005 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (336 HP) has 273 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1528 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 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 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (509 Nm) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (115 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Yukon | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Yukon | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 63 HP |
Torque | 509 Nm | 115 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |