2005 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 929 kg more than 2005 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage. 2012 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Kia | GMC |
| Model | Sportage | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2471 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
