2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (230 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 (566 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (393 Nm). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Yukon | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 566 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 78 L |
