2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2012 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Malibu | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 148 L |
