2006 Chrysler Voyager 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 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 450 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. 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 Chrysler Voyager. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Voyager | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Voyager | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |
