2006 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 GMC Yukon. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Yukon weights approximately 96 kg more than 2012 Ford Expedition.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Expedition. 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 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Yukon. (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Yukon | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Yukon | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 2517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 106 L |
