2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2000 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier 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 Buick Rainier (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 GMC Yukon. (283 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 740 kg more than 2007 Buick Rainier.
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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 2000 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Rainier | Yukon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 5964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 481 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2950 mm |