2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger 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 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 GMC Yukon. (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 582 kg more than 2010 Dodge Charger.
Because 2008 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Charger. 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Yukon. (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | GMC | Dodge |
| Model | Yukon | Charger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 368 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 72 L |
