2006 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2000 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox 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 4,819 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 GMC Yukon.
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, 2000 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Equinox | 2000 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Equinox | Yukon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 4819 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2950 mm |