2005 GMC Yukon vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (336 HP) has 218 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1473 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 GMC Yukon (509 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Yukon | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | GMC | Mini |
| Model | Yukon | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 40 L |
