2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1385 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2013 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Accent | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Hyundai | GMC |
| Model | Accent | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 316 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 119 L |
