2006 GMC Yukon vs. 2009 GMC Acadia

To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 3 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 47 more horse power than 2009 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Acadia.

Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Acadia. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia.

Compare all specifications:

2006 GMC Yukon 2009 GMC Acadia
Make GMC GMC
Model Yukon Acadia
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5964 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 335 HP 288 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 509 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 8 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.8 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 18.1 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 83 L


 

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