2003 GMC Yukon vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Yukon (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 145 kg more than 2003 GMC Yukon.
Because 2003 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 GMC Yukon (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Yukon | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Yukon | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
