1995 Ford Thunderbird 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 Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 686 kg more than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon 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, 2000 GMC Yukon (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Thunderbird | 2000 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Thunderbird | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 2290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
