2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2008 GMC Yukon

To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Crossfire and 2008 GMC Yukon were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (331 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 905 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 GMC Yukon (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chrysler Crossfire 2008 GMC Yukon
Make Chrysler GMC
Model Crossfire Yukon
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3199 cc 5966 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 331 HP 352 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 519 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 2435 kg
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 5660 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 3310 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 148 L


 

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