2006 GMC Yukon vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 97 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. (238 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. 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 (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. (315 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Yukon | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Yukon | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |