2006 GMC Yukon vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2006 GMC Yukon and 2006 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 GMC Yukon. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Yukon.
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 Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Yukon. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Yukon | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
Make | GMC | GMC |
Model | Yukon | Sierra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 6570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 129 L |