2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2006 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 3 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 GMC Yukon. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1641 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-350. 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Yukon. (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 2006 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | F-350 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 98 L |
