2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2006 Honda Civic

To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.

Because 2008 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 GMC Yukon (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 GMC Yukon 2006 Honda Civic
Make GMC Honda
Model Yukon Civic
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5999 cc 1802 cc
Horse Power 332 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 498 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4300 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 9 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.7 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.2 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 30 L


 

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