2000 GMC Yukon vs. 2005 Honda Life

To start off, 2005 Honda Life 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1500 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life. 2000 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Life 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 Life
Make GMC Honda
Model Yukon Life
Year Released 2000 2005
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5964 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 283 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 481 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 9 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2290 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 3410 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2370 mm


 

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