2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2006 Lincoln Navigator
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 Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Lincoln Navigator. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 284 kg more than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 2006 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | GMC | Lincoln |
| Model | Yukon | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 106 L |
