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 (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 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 1317 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 rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 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.
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2009 Ford Focus | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Focus | Yukon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 455 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 2613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |