2006 GMC Yukon vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 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 194 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan NP300. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Yukon | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Yukon | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
