2000 Ford TL-50 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 Ford TL-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford TL-50 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 182 more horse power than 2000 Ford TL-50. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford TL-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 839 kg more than 2000 Ford TL-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford TL-50 (570 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (454 Nm). This means 2000 Ford TL-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford TL-50 | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | TL-50 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 2141 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 98 L |
