2001 GMC Yukon vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano 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 15 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Yukon weights approximately 720 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Murano. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Yukon | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Yukon | Murano |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
