2005 GMC Yukon vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Yukon would be higher. 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 161 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Outback. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback. 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 (509 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (229 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Yukon | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Yukon | Outback |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
