2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (320 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 485 kg more than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | LaCrosse | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |
