2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Savana would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 436 kg more than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 2006 GMC Savana | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Yukon | Savana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |
