2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2009 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Yukon would be higher. 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 179 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1245 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i30. 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 2009 Hyundai i30. 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 2009 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Yukon | i30 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2616 kg | 1371 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 53 L |
