2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (335 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (295 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Yukon (510 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (454 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2005 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Sierra | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |
