2000 GMC Yukon vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 8 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (213 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. 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 (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (300 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Yukon | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Yukon | G |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 2255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
