2006 GMC Yukon vs. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 2 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1370 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Yukon (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Yukon | 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Yukon | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 78 L |
