2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2008 GMC Yukon. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 404 kg more than 2013 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2013 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Yukon. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Yukon | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 538 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 628 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 74 L |
