2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (230 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 426 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Yukon | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
