2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano 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, 2008 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Murano. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 644 kg more than 2012 Nissan Murano. 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 Nissan Murano. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Yukon | Murano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 82 L |
