2010 Ford Edge vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Edge would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2010 Ford Edge. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 100 kg more than 2010 Ford Edge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge, 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Edge. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Edge | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Edge | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2451 kg | 2551 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2126 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 98 L |
