2006 GMC Yukon vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Yukon would be higher. 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 98 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Porsche Boxster. 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Yukon | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Yukon | Boxster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
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 | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |