2006 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 823 kg more than 2006 Ford F-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Yukon. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Yukon. 2012 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Ford F-250 | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | F-250 | Yukon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 6000 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 2539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 95 L |