2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 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 100 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 GMC Yukon (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2006 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Ram | Yukon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 5964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 98 L |