2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2008 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Toyota 4Runner. (260 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1105 kg more than 2008 Toyota 4Runner. 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota 4Runner. (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Yukon | 2008 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Yukon | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 87 L |