2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 5 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 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1039 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-250 | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | E-250 | Yukon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2880 mm |