2006 GMC Yukon vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. 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 196 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1482 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. 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 1989 Honda Accord. 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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Yukon | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Yukon | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1131 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
