2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2000 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 9 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 GMC Yukon. (283 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2000 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Yukon. (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2000 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Express | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 319 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2950 mm |
