2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2009 GMC Yukon. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 778 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Yukon | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Yukon | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2650 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 | 2613 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |