2010 GMC Yukon vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Porsche 911. (321 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1240 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Yukon | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Yukon | 911 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2692 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 67 L |
