2000 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 11 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2000 GMC Yukon. (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 199 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.
Because 2000 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Yukon. (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Yukon | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | GMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Yukon | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2946 mm |
