2011 GMC Yukon vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (260 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1329 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang.
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2011 GMC Yukon | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Yukon | Mustang |
Year Released | 2011 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 517 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2809 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 59 L |