2005 GMC Yukon vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass 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 (336 HP) has 166 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Compass. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1140 kg more than 2013 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (509 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Yukon | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Yukon | Compass |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 51 L |
