2007 Ford Focus vs. 2007 GMC Yukon

To start off, both 2007 Ford Focus and 2007 GMC Yukon were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Yukon (295 HP @ 500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus.

Because 2007 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 GMC Yukon (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus. 2007 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Focus 2007 GMC Yukon
Make Ford GMC
Model Focus Yukon
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1387 cc 4802 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 74 HP 295 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 500 RPM
Torque 123 Nm 414 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.5 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.1:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 9 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 5660 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 3310 mm


 

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