2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 702 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 GMC Yukon (414 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (210 Nm). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Yukon | 6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
