2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 159 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 936 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
| Model | C | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2683 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2471 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 98 L |
