2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 GMC Yukon. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Yukon.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Ram. 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Yukon. (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2006 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Ram | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 98 L |
