2006 Saturn Vue vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Vue. (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 737 kg more than 2006 Saturn Vue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (329 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saturn Vue | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Saturn | GMC |
| Model | Vue | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2683 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 95 L |
