2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2000 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 745 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 GMC Yukon (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 2000 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Yukon | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
