2005 GMC Yukon vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (287 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 143 kg more than 2005 GMC Yukon.
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 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Yukon. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Yukon | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Yukon | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5059 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2881 mm |
