2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2010 Ford Escape. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 291 kg more than 2010 Ford Escape. 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 2010 Ford Escape. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Escape. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Yukon | Escape |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |
