2006 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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. Both 2006 GMC Yukon and 2012 Chevrolet Silverado are equipped with a 4,800 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 GMC Yukon. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Yukon weights approximately 411 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Yukon. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Yukon | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Yukon | Silverado |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5222 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3022 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |