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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2000 GMC Yukon. (283 HP @ 4800 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 606 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2000 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Tundra. 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 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Yukon. (481 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 | 5964 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 545 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3710 mm |