1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2000 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2000 GMC Yukon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 256 kg more than 1995 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2000 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Explorer | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4819 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 2260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
