2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran 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 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1061 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. 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 2011 Volkswagen Touran. 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 (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. 2008 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Yukon | Touran |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 60 L |
