2006 GMC Yukon vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 4 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 55 more horse power than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (280 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (351 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Yukon | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | GMC | Buick |
Model | Yukon | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
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 | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |