2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Equus is newer by 3 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, 2011 Hyundai Equus (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 GMC Yukon. (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 417 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Equus.
Because 2008 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Equus. 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 (566 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Equus. (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 2011 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Yukon | Equus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 566 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 77 L |
