1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2006 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1655 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 GMC Yukon (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 2006 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Festiva | Yukon |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2950 mm |