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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 GMC Yukon. (287 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 233 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Cadillac CTS. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). 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 | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2880 mm |
