2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2008 Hummer H2
To start off, both 2008 GMC Yukon and 2008 Hummer H2 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 GMC Yukon. (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H2 weights approximately 468 kg more than 2008 GMC Yukon. 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 Hummer H2 (563 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Yukon. (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Yukon | 2008 Hummer H2 | |
Make | GMC | Hummer |
Model | Yukon | H2 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5966 cc | 6162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 393 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2903 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 121 L |