2010 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2011 Ford Falcon. (265 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1062 kg more than 2011 Ford Falcon. 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 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Falcon. (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2010 GMC Yukon | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Yukon | Falcon |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 517 Nm | 409 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | LPG |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2819 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4955 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 68 L |