2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2008 GMC Yukon and 2008 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia. 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 Skoda Octavia. 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 (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia. 2008 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2008 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2008 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | GMC | Skoda |
| Model | Yukon | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 55 L |
