2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 588 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (462 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Yukon | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Yukon | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1553 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |