1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 25 kg more than 1997 Ford F-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | F-250 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2950 mm |
