2000 GMC Yukon vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 10 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2000 GMC Yukon. (269 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 247 kg more than 2000 GMC Yukon. 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Yukon. (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Yukon. 2000 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2010 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2010 Dodge Ram 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 | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | GMC | Dodge |
| Model | Yukon | Ram |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 6690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 129 L |
