2000 GMC Yukon vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2000 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 119 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 890 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Yukon | 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Yukon | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 76 L |
