2006 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Ford Explorer. (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Explorer.
Because 2006 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Explorer 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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Explorer. (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Explorer.
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2006 Ford Explorer | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Explorer | Yukon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 98 L |