2001 GMC Yukon vs. 1995 Rover 800
To start off, 2001 GMC Yukon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 800 would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1995 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Yukon weights approximately 736 kg more than 1995 Rover 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Rover 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Yukon | 1995 Rover 800 | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Yukon | 800 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
