2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2008 Jaguar XK
To start off, both 2008 GMC Yukon and 2008 Jaguar XK were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 20 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XK. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 406 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK. 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 2008 Jaguar XK. 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 (462 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK. (421 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Yukon | 2008 Jaguar XK | |
Make | GMC | Jaguar |
Model | Yukon | XK |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |