2000 Cadillac Imaj vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Imaj. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Imaj would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2012 GMC Yukon. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1106 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Imaj.
Because 2000 Cadillac Imaj is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj 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 Cadillac Imaj (553 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Yukon. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Imaj will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Imaj | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Imaj | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2946 mm |
