2005 GMC Yukon vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 GMC Yukon. (287 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 445 kg more than 2013 Ford Mustang.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Mustang. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Yukon. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Yukon. 2005 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 GMC Yukon | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Yukon | Mustang |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 287 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |