2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2008 Nissan Terrano

To start off, both 2008 GMC Yukon and 2008 Nissan Terrano were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 228 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 605 kg more than 2008 Nissan Terrano. 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 (566 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Terrano.

Compare all specifications:

2008 GMC Yukon 2008 Nissan Terrano
Make GMC Nissan
Model Yukon Terrano
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6199 cc 2956 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 380 HP 152 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 566 Nm 304 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 1600 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2435 kg 1830 kg
Vehicle Length 5660 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 8.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 72 L


 

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