2005 GMC Yukon vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 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 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 940 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. 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 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. (229 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Yukon | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | GMC | Hyundai |
Model | Yukon | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 509 Nm | 229 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4676 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |