2005 GMC Yukon vs. 2000 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 790 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Yukon | 2000 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Yukon | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3130 mm |
