2006 GMC Yukon vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento 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 101 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Yukon weights approximately 586 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Yukon (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Yukon | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Yukon | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 2027 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
