2007 Ford Focus vs. 2006 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus 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 222 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon 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, 2006 GMC Yukon (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2006 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Focus | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |
