2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. (336 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 943 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Yukon is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. 2013 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Lumina has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Lumina | Yukon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5667 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2693 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1962 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 119 L |