2006 GMC Yukon vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2006 GMC Yukon. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Yukon weights approximately 979 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Yukon. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Yukon | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Yukon | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| 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 | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 92 L |
