2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 566 kg more than 2000 GMC Yukon.
Because 2000 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 GMC Yukon (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mustang | 2000 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Mustang | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
