2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 GMC Yukon. (380 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 268 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300.
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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Yukon. (566 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2008 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | 300 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 566 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
