2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 2 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 332 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 412 kg more than 2008 GMC Yukon.
Because 2008 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Yukon | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 91 L |
