2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2000 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (292 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Soarer. (276 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Soarer.
Because 2009 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Soarer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 2000 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Yukon | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
