2005 GMC Yukon vs. 2013 Dodge AVENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge AVENGER 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, 2005 GMC Yukon (287 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. (279 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 454 kg more than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. 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 2013 Dodge AVENGER. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge AVENGER.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Yukon | 2013 Dodge AVENGER | |
| Make | GMC | Dodge |
| Model | Yukon | AVENGER |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| 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 | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2064 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2765 mm |
