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 4,819 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 52 kg more than 2000 GMC Yukon.
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 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 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. 2000 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 | 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 | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |