2009 Acura MDX vs. 2008 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 1 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 583 kg more than 2009 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 GMC Yukon (566 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 2008 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | MDX | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 566 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 117 L |
