2006 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Infiniti QX4. (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1284 kg more than 2006 Infiniti QX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX4 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 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Infiniti QX4. (530 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti QX4 | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Infiniti | GMC |
| Model | QX4 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2604 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |
