2000 GMC Yukon vs. 2005 Porsche 911

To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 4,819 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2000 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 600 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.

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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Yukon.

Compare all specifications:

2000 GMC Yukon 2005 Porsche 911
Make GMC Porsche
Model Yukon 911
Year Released 2000 2005
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4819 cc 3605 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 260 HP 444 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 620 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2260 kg 1660 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2360 mm


 

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