2005 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 6 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, 2011 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 GMC Yukon. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 650 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus IS. 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 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Yukon | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | GMC | Lexus |
| Model | Yukon | IS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2728 mm |
