1999 Ford Econoline vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (302 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 258 kg more than 1999 Ford Econoline. 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (569 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Yukon. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Econoline | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2415 kg | 2673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3302 mm |
