2000 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2000 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 425 kg more than 2012 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2000 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Yukon | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Yukon | XJ |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4819 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3032 mm |
