2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 GMC Yukon. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 391 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 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Yukon. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Yukon.
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2008 GMC Yukon | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Yukon | Silverado |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 2533 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |