2000 Dodge Avenger vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Avenger. (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1161 kg more than 2000 Dodge Avenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Avenger, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Avenger. (234 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Avenger | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Avenger | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 98 L |
