2006 Ford Territory vs. 2006 GMC Yukon
To start off, both 2006 Ford Territory 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 41 more horse power than 2006 Ford Territory. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Territory. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Yukon weights approximately 720 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory. 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 Territory. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Territory. (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Territory.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Territory | 2006 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Territory | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 4800 cc |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |
