2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 276 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1098 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 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 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 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 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
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2008 GMC Yukon | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Yukon | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 566 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 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 | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |