2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2005 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (227 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 247 kg more than 2005 Lancia Thesis. 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 Lancia Thesis. 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 2005 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Yukon | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
