2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 2008 GMC Yukon
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Magnum 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 GMC Yukon. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 781 kg more than 2008 Dodge Magnum.
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, 2008 Dodge Magnum (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Yukon. (462 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Magnum | 2008 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Magnum | Yukon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 462 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |