2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2006 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Frontier. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 895 kg more than 2006 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Frontier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 GMC Yukon (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Frontier. (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 2006 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Yukon | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
