2000 GMC Yukon vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (269 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 980 kg more than 2005 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 2005 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 (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2000 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2005 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 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Yukon | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 50 L |
