2005 GMC Yukon vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 4 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 GMC Yukon. (287 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 47 kg more than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jeep Commander. 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Yukon. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Yukon | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Yukon | Commander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2790 mm |
