2006 GMC Yukon vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2006 GMC Yukon and 2006 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 177 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda RX-8. 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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Yukon | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | GMC | Mazda |
Model | Yukon | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |