2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 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, 2005 GMC Yukon (287 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 375 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150. 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 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (354 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150. 2005 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-150 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2005 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | F-150 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2880 mm |
