2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Explorer 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 (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1368 kg more than 2004 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 GMC Yukon (497 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Explorer. (382 Nm). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Explorer | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 95 L |
