2000 GMC Yukon vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Yukon would be higher. 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 152 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1170 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. 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 2002 Honda Civic. 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic. 2000 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Civic 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 | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Yukon | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4819 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
