2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2008 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 955 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Suzuki Liana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 2008 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Yukon | Liana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
