2003 Ford Freestar vs. 2005 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 320 kg more than 2003 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Freestar | 2005 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Freestar | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 4818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2950 mm |
