2001 GMC Yukon vs. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis 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, 2001 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Yukon weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Yukon | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Yukon | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2920 mm |
