2003 Ford Econoline vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 465 kg more than 2003 Ford Econoline. 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Econoline | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Econoline | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3302 mm |
