2002 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2002 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 123 kg more than 2002 GMC Yukon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Yukon | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Yukon | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4820 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3670 mm |
