2006 GMC Yukon vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Yukon (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Yukon | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | GMC | Skoda |
| Model | Yukon | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
