1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2000 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2000 GMC Yukon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 255 kg more than 1998 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Durango | 2000 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Durango | Yukon |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4819 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 2260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |