2006 GMC Yukon vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (310 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (730 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Yukon. (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Yukon | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Yukon | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 730 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
