1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2008 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1995 Buick Roadmaster. (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 291 kg more than 1995 Buick Roadmaster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 GMC Yukon (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick Roadmaster. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Roadmaster | 2008 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Roadmaster | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3310 mm |
