2003 Ford Econovan vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1364 kg more than 2003 Ford Econovan. 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Econovan has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Econovan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ford Econovan | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Econovan | Yukon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 6162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2950 mm |