2006 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Ranger | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 98 L |
