2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect 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, 2008 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 597 kg more than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 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 Ford Transit Connect. 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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Yukon | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 58 L |
