2009 Ford Focus vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, both 2009 Ford Focus and 2009 GMC Yukon were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1124 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Focus | Yukon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |