2006 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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, 2006 GMC Yukon (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (250 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Panamera. 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 Porsche Panamera (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Yukon. (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Yukon | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Yukon | Panamera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |