2000 GMC Yukon vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 7 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 4,920 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 382 kg more than 2000 GMC Yukon. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Yukon | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Yukon | Touareg |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4819 cc | 4920 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 2642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |