2000 GMC Yukon vs. 1999 Mazda Activehicle

To start off, 2000 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda Activehicle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda Activehicle would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 720 kg more than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. 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 (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Activehicle.

Compare all specifications:

2000 GMC Yukon 1999 Mazda Activehicle
Make GMC Mazda
Model Yukon Activehicle
Year Released 2000 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5964 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 283 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 481 Nm 278 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 9 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2290 kg 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2480 mm


 

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