2000 GMC Yukon vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius 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 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 183 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Prius. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 960 kg more than 2008 Toyota Prius. 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 Toyota Prius. 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 (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Yukon | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Yukon | Prius |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4819 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
