2000 GMC Yukon vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 6 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, 2000 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 98 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. 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 (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.

Compare all specifications:

2000 GMC Yukon 2006 Hyundai Terracan
Make GMC Hyundai
Model Yukon Terracan
Year Released 2000 2006
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4819 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 260 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2260 kg 2162 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2760 mm


 

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