2008 GMC Yukon vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (544 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2008 GMC Yukon. (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Yukon.
Because 2008 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Porsche 911. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Yukon. (519 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Yukon | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1150 mm |
