2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2008 GMC Yukon

To start off, both 2008 GMC Canyon 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon.

Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon 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 (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon. 2008 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2008 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2008 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon 2008 GMC Yukon
Make GMC GMC
Model Canyon Yukon
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2901 cc 4802 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 185 HP 295 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 259 Nm 414 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2141 kg 2141 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 98 L


 

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