2000 Dodge Stratus vs. 2000 GMC Yukon
To start off, both 2000 Dodge Stratus and 2000 GMC Yukon were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 122 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Stratus. (161 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 855 kg more than 2000 Dodge Stratus. 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 2000 Dodge Stratus. 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Stratus. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Stratus | 2000 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Stratus | Yukon |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 481 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 2290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2950 mm |