2000 GMC Yukon vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2000 GMC Yukon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (269 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. (265 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 675 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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 (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. (404 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Yukon | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Yukon | 500 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 404 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |