2005 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 664 kg more than 2011 Subaru Legacy. 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 (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Yukon | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Yukon | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4818 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |