2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (320 HP) has 150 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 644 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (462 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Yukon | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Yukon | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 462 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |