2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2000 GMC Yukon

To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 3 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2000 GMC Yukon. (283 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 496 kg more than 2003 Buick Centieme.

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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Yukon. (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Yukon.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Buick Centieme 2000 GMC Yukon
Make Buick GMC
Model Centieme Yukon
Year Released 2003 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 5964 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 400 HP 283 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 481 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 9 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1794 kg 2290 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2950 mm


 

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