2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2006 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra 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 6,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2006 GMC Yukon. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 43 kg more than 2006 GMC Yukon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Yukon. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2006 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Sierra | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6172 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |
