2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2006 GMC Yukon
To start off, both 2006 Ford Fusion 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1436 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion. 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 Fusion. 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 (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fusion | 2006 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Fusion | Yukon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1559 cc | 5359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 455 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 2613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |