2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2001 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Leon would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2001 Seat Leon. (207 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1266 kg more than 2001 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Leon. 2008 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2001 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2001 Seat Leon 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 Yukon | 2001 Seat Leon | |
| Make | GMC | Seat |
| Model | Yukon | Leon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2616 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
