1998 Ford F-250 vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 204 kg more than 1998 Ford F-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 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, 1998 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Yukon. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford F-250 | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | F-250 | Yukon |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 2554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2946 mm |