2000 GMC Yukon vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 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 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 31 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 340 kg more than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 GMC Yukon (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Yukon | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Yukon | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 80 L |
