2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo 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 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 GMC Yukon. (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 554 kg more than 2012 Maserati GranTurismo.
Because 2008 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Maserati GranTurismo. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Maserati GranTurismo. (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Maserati GranTurismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | GMC | Maserati |
| Model | Yukon | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 86 L |
