2005 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Xterra is newer by 7 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 370 kg more than 2012 Nissan Xterra. 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 2012 Nissan Xterra. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Yukon | 2012 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Yukon | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2700 mm |
