2008 Ford E-350 vs. 2001 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2008 Ford E-350 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1183 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2008 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-350 | 2001 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | E-350 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 4818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 2260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2950 mm |
