2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2000 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 930 kg more than 2009 Dodge Nitro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Nitro. 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 2000 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Nitro | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3698 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
