2008 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XK8. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1214 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XK8 | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Jaguar | GMC |
Model | XK8 | Yukon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 517 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2809 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2009 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 148 L |