2004 Ford Focus vs. 2009 GMC Yukon

To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (292 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus.

Because 2009 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Focus 2009 GMC Yukon
Make Ford GMC
Model Focus Yukon
Year Released 2004 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 4807 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 292 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 175 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.1:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 9 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Consumption 5.5 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.7 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 98 L