2006 GMC Yukon vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (377 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 GMC Yukon. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Yukon.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 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 (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Yukon | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Yukon | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 89 L |
