2006 BMW M6 vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M6 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2011 GMC Yukon. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Yukon.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M6. (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M6 | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | M6 | Yukon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4997 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |