1999 Ford Econoline vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 14 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 188 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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Yukon. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Econoline | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 316 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 | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3302 mm |
