2006 GMC Yukon vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 911. (272 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911. 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 1993 Porsche 911. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Yukon | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Yukon | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 73 L |
