2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2008 GMC Yukon and 2008 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 686 kg more than 2008 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Yukon | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |
