2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (245 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 718 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (497 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (382 Nm). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tacoma | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | Tacoma | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 95 L |
