2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2008 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 138 kg more than 2008 GMC Yukon.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango 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, 2008 GMC Yukon (566 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 2008 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Durango | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 566 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 98 L |
