2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 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 (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 GMC Sierra. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 109 kg more than 2008 GMC Sierra. 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, 2005 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Sierra | 2005 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Sierra | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3280 mm |
