2000 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2000 GMC Yukon. (269 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 958 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Yukon. (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Yukon | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Yukon | Tundra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 100 L |