2005 GMC Yukon vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (287 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 580 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Yukon | 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Yukon | Verada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |
