2012 GMC Yukon vs. 2005 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1260 kg more than 2005 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 GMC Yukon | 2005 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Yukon | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2790 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 59 L |
