2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 GMC Yukon
To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus and 2006 GMC Yukon were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1163 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 GMC Yukon (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2006 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Focus | Yukon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |