2000 GMC Yukon vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 164 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Yukon | 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Yukon | Grandis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2840 mm |
