2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 GMC Yukon. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1039 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Yukon. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Expedition | Yukon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2880 mm |