2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 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 193 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 567 kg more than 2008 GMC Yukon.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 (566 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. 2008 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | GMC | Land Rover |
Model | Yukon | Discovery |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 2718 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 566 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 82 L |