2006 Dodge Charger vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 GMC Yukon. (320 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 230 kg more than 2006 Dodge Charger.
Because 2006 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger 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, 2006 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Yukon. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Charger | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Charger | Yukon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 117 L |