2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Ford E-150
To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-150 weights approximately 361 kg more than 2004 GMC Yukon.
Because 2004 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford E-150. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 2012 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Yukon | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3505 mm |
