2011 GMC Yukon vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Espace would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2008 Renault Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 774 kg more than 2008 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Espace. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Yukon | 2008 Renault Espace | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Yukon | Espace |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2624 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |
