2000 GMC Yukon vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban

To start off, 2000 GMC Yukon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 GMC Yukon.

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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Yukon.

Compare all specifications:

2000 GMC Yukon 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
Make GMC Chevrolet
Model Yukon Suburban
Year Released 2000 1992
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4819 cc 7438 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 260 HP 227 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 9 seats
Vehicle Weight 2260 kg 2270 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 5580 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 3350 mm


 

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