2006 GMC Yukon vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 7 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 157 more horse power than 2013 Scion tC. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion tC.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Scion tC. 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, 2006 GMC Yukon (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Yukon | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | GMC | Scion |
| Model | Yukon | tC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
