2006 GMC Yukon vs. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Sharan 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 187 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Yukon | 1999 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Yukon | Sharan |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |