2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2007 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Yukon (295 HP @ 500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
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, 2007 GMC Yukon (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. 2007 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2007 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Colorado | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3310 mm |
