2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (240 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 660 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 GMC Yukon (519 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (287 Nm). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Yukon | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1481 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 65 L |
