2008 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2013 GMC Yukon. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1003 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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 GMC Yukon (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Porsche | GMC |
| Model | 911 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1954 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 93 L |
