2007 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (287 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado.
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, 2005 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. 2005 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Colorado | Yukon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2880 mm |