2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 GMC Yukon. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 289 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 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Yukon. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Yukon | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 6290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 4180 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |
