2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Charger | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
