2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 166 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 527 kg more than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (328 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2008 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Yukon | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1614 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 180 L |
