2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Magnum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Magnum would be higher. At 6,058 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Magnum (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 GMC Yukon. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Magnum | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Magnum | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6058 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
