2008 GMC Yukon vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 GMC Yukon (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 1996 Ford Escort | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Yukon | Escort |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 48 L |
