2001 GMC Yukon vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Yukon weights approximately 565 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2001 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Yukon | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Yukon | C |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
