2000 Ford Taurus 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 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2000 Ford Taurus. (156 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 620 kg more than 2000 Ford Taurus. 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 Ford Taurus. 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 (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Taurus | 2008 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Taurus | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1521 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 148 L |
