2006 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2011 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 5 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 202 more horse power than 2011 Renault Grand Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Grand Scenic.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Grand Scenic. 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Grand Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Yukon | 2011 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Yukon | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| 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 | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
