2006 GMC Yukon vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Yukon weights approximately 251 kg more than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. 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, 2006 GMC Yukon (400 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Yukon | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Yukon | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
