2000 GMC Yukon vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 4 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2000 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 765 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Yukon | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Yukon | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4819 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |