2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2008 Acura RDX
When we compare the 2008 GMC Yukon's and the 2008 Acura RDX's specifications and ratings, the 2008 GMC Yukon has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and base engine power. The 2008 Acura RDX has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2008 GMC Yukon's and the 2008 Acura RDX's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2008 Acura RDX Pricing
A used 2008 GMC Yukon ranges from $6,498 to $15,265 while a used 2008 Acura RDX is priced between $4,828 to $12,135.
2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2008 Acura RDX Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2008 GMC Yukon loses 43.6 percent of its value and the 2008 Acura RDX loses 49.3 percent of its value. This means the 2008 GMC Yukon retains 5.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2008 Acura RDX.
2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2008 Acura RDX Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the GMC Yukon is 8.1 out of 10 while the Acura RDX's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the GMC Yukon being ranked 5 out of 10 Best Large SUVs and the Acura RDX being ranked 1 out of 61 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs.
2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2008 Acura RDX Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the GMC Yukon is 8.8 out of 10. For the Acura RDX the reliability rating is 8.6 out of 10. This gives the GMC Yukon a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Acura RDX.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2008 GMC Yukon’s base engine makes 295 horsepower, and the 2008 Acura RDX base engine makes 240 horsepower. The Yukon is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 494 miles. The RDX is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 396 miles.This gives the 2008 Acura RDX the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2008 GMC Yukon the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2008 Acura RDX has higher safety ratings than the 2008 GMC Yukon, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
6498 - 15265
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.436011
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4828 - 12135
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.492663
GMC Yukon Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.109338 / 10
Reliability:
8.828015 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Acura RDX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.759833 / 10
Reliability:
8.579499 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
GMC Yukon Rankings
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23 out of / 25Acura RDX Rankings
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1 out of / 61Ranking
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48 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline, Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2008 GMC Yukon Trim Levels
Denali, SLE, SLT
2008 Acura RDX Trim Levels
SH-AWD, SH-AWD w/Tech
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
295 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
305 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.056 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
4500 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
240 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1500 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4, AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
364 / 494 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 22 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
306 / 396 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
65.2 inches
Cargo Space:
16.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
108.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
27.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
60.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
129.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5273 lbs
Width:
79 inches
Height:
76.9 inches
Length:
202 inches
Wheelbase:
116 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3924 lbs
Width:
73.6 inches
Height:
65.2 inches
Length:
180.7 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P265/70R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available