2000 Ford Laser vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Laser would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 2000 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1418 kg more than 2000 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Laser, 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Laser. 2010 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Laser | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Laser | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2946 mm |
