2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport would be higher. At 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (400 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Yukon | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | GMC | Land Rover |
Model | Yukon | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6161 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 104 L |