2006 GMC Yukon vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (161 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1225 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon 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, 2006 GMC Yukon (455 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (220 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Yukon | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Yukon | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1388 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |