2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2007 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. Both 2006 Chevrolet Silverado and 2007 GMC Yukon are equipped with a 5,326 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Yukon (303 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Yukon. (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Silverado | Yukon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 83 L |