2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2008 GMC Yukon and 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (420 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 GMC Yukon. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 129 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Yukon. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Yukon | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | GMC | Jeep |
Model | Yukon | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 6059 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 21.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 19.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |