2000 Acura TL vs. 2008 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura TL would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2000 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 566 kg more than 2000 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 GMC Yukon (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura TL | 2008 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | TL | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |
