2005 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 GMC Yukon (286 HP) has 116 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 753 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester. 2005 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 GMC Yukon | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Yukon | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 441 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2616 mm |