2000 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S 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 4,819 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 231 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2000 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. (385 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Yukon | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Yukon | S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4819 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 2029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3165 mm |
