2002 GMC Yukon vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 11 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (405 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2002 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 469 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.
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, 2013 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Yukon | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4820 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 2729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3378 mm |
