2006 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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 87 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (248 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Passat.
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 (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Yukon | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Yukon | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |