2007 Acura RL vs. 2000 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 7 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, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 GMC Yukon. (283 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 715 kg more than 2007 Acura RL.
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 (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 2000 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | RL | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2950 mm |
