2006 GMC Yukon vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 GMC Yukon. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Yukon weights approximately 855 kg more than 1990 Porsche 928.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 928. 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (430 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Yukon. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Yukon | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Yukon | 928 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
