2000 GMC Yukon vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 GMC Yukon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,819 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 911. (246 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 810 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911. 2000 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1988 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1988 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Yukon | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Yukon | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4819 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |
