2000 GMC Yukon vs. 2008 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (269 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 460 kg more than 2008 Nissan Terrano. 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 (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Yukon | 2008 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Yukon | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 72 L |
