2008 Ford Fusion vs. 2008 GMC Yukon
To start off, both 2008 Ford Fusion 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion. 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 Ford Fusion. 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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion. 2008 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Fusion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fusion | 2008 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Fusion | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 98 L |
