2005 GMC Yukon vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 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 (335 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (314 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 656 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS. 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 (510 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Yukon | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | GMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Yukon | CTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 314 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2514 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
