2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan 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 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Titan. (313 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 151 kg more than 2013 Nissan Titan. 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 Nissan Titan. 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Yukon. (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan 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 Titan | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Yukon | Titan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2019 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 106 L |
