2006 GMC Yukon vs. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. (196 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer.
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, 2006 GMC Yukon (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Yukon | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Yukon | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
