2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Contour would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1193 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour. 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 1998 Ford Contour. 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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1998 Ford Contour | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Yukon | Contour |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
