2000 GMC Yukon vs. 2005 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon is newer by 5 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 GMC Yukon. (269 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 GMC Yukon.
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, 2000 GMC Yukon (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Yukon. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Yukon | 2005 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Yukon | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3280 mm |
