2000 GMC Yukon vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster

To start off, both 2000 GMC Yukon and 2000 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,819 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Yukon.

Because 2000 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Porsche Boxster. 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 (393 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (335 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster. 2000 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche Boxster 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 2000 Porsche Boxster
Make GMC Porsche
Model Yukon Boxster
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4819 cc 3179 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 260 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 335 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2420 mm


 

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