2006 GMC Yukon vs. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, both 2006 GMC Yukon and 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix 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) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Yukon | 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | GMC | Pontiac |
Model | Yukon | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 509 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |