2008 GMC Yukon vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (113 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 735 kg more than 1998 Renault Safrane. 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 1998 Renault Safrane. 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 (566 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Safrane. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Yukon | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 566 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
