2005 GMC Yukon vs. 2010 Ford Flex
To start off, 2010 Ford Flex is newer by 5 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 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 232 kg more than 2010 Ford Flex.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Flex. 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 (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Yukon | 2010 Ford Flex | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Yukon | Flex |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4818 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2995 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |