2008 GMC Envoy vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2008 GMC Envoy. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 356 kg more than 2008 GMC Envoy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Envoy | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1927 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |
