2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2000 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 6 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 GMC Yukon. (283 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 698 kg more than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Yukon. (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2000 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Escalade | Yukon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 481 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 2290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |