2006 Nissan Bluebird 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 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Bluebird. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 2012 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Bluebird, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Bluebird. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Bluebird | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Nissan | GMC |
| Model | Bluebird | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2007 mm |
