2006 GMC Yukon vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A

To start off, both 2006 GMC Yukon and 2006 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 227 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A.

Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A.

Compare all specifications:

2006 GMC Yukon 2006 Mercedes-Benz A
Make GMC Mercedes-Benz
Model Yukon A
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5964 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 335 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 509 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 5.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 54 L


 

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