2009 Ford Flex vs. 2001 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 8 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 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1294 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Because 2001 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Flex. 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, 2001 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 2001 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Flex | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2950 mm |
