2006 GMC Yukon vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback 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 77 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Yukon weights approximately 825 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Yukon | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Yukon | Outback |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
