2000 GMC Yukon vs. 2000 Saturn LW
To start off, both 2000 GMC Yukon and 2000 Saturn LW 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 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2000 Saturn LW. (136 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 862 kg more than 2000 Saturn LW. 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 2000 Saturn LW. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn LW. (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn LW.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Yukon | 2000 Saturn LW | |
Make | GMC | Saturn |
Model | Yukon | LW |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4819 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |