2002 GMC Yukon vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2002 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Titan weights approximately 145 kg more than 2002 GMC Yukon. 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2002 GMC Yukon | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Yukon | Titan |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4820 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 4060 mm |