2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1647 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2010 Ford F-350 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 GMC Yukon | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Yukon | F-350 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 144 L |