2006 Jaguar XKR 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 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 GMC Yukon. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 694 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XKR.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Yukon. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XKR | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Jaguar | GMC |
Model | XKR | Yukon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 391 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |