2008 Saab 9-7X 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 Saab 9-7X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Saab 9-7X would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 9-7X (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 GMC Yukon. (352 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Yukon.
Because 2008 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Saab 9-7X 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, 2008 Saab 9-7X (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Yukon. (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saab 9-7X | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Saab | GMC |
| Model | 9-7X | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 148 L |
