2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (326 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 GMC Yukon. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 406 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche 911. 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 (462 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911. 2008 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Yukon | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 67 L |
