2000 GMC Yukon vs. 2005 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 406 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 161 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 406. (108 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 970 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 406. 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 Peugeot 406. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 406. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Yukon | 2005 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Yukon | 406 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 70 L |
