2002 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2002 Ford Falcon. (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1157 kg more than 2002 Ford Falcon. 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3150 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Falcon. 2010 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Falcon | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Falcon | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2672 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 117 L |
