2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2006 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Lincoln LS. (239 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 430 kg more than 2006 Lincoln LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Yukon | 2006 Lincoln LS | |
Make | GMC | Lincoln |
Model | Yukon | LS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1711 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |