2009 Ford Escape vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Escape would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (172 HP @ 6550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1532 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escape | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 2554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |
