2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 4 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 GMC Yukon. (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 187 kg more than 2008 GMC Yukon. 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 2012 Dodge Durango. 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, 2012 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Yukon. (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | GMC | Dodge |
| Model | Yukon | Durango |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 93 L |
