2001 Ford F-250 vs. 2006 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-250.
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, 2006 GMC Yukon (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford F-250. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-250 | 2006 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | F-250 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 98 L |
