2000 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 GMC Acadia

To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia is newer by 12 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 GMC Yukon. (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 178 kg more than 2012 GMC Acadia.

Because 2000 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Acadia. 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 (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Acadia.

Compare all specifications:

2000 GMC Yukon 2012 GMC Acadia
Make GMC GMC
Model Yukon Acadia
Year Released 2000 2012
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5964 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 283 HP 288 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 481 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 9 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2290 kg 2112 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 5098 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1986 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1849 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 3020 mm


 

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