2006 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 GMC Yukon. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Yukon.
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, 2012 BMW X6 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Yukon. (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Yukon | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Yukon | X6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |
