2001 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 GMC Yukon. (320 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1271 kg more than 2001 Ford F-150.
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, 2001 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Yukon. (454 Nm). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-150 | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | F-150 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2009 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 117 L |
