GMC Yukon vs Ford Explorer Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2019 vs 2023 catalog dimensions. GMC Yukon · Ford Explorer
- Length203.9 in
- Height74.4 in
- Wheelbase116.0 in
- Ground clearance8.0 in
- Curb weight5,379 lb – 5,626 lb
- Width80.5 in
- Ford Explorer width78.9 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: Ford Explorer is 5.1 in shorter (203.9 in vs 198.8 in)
- Width: Ford Explorer is 1.6 in narrower (80.5 in vs 78.9 in)
- Height: GMC Yukon is 4.2 in taller (74.4 in vs 70.2 in)
- Wheelbase: Ford Explorer has a 3.1 in longer wheelbase (116.0 in vs 119.1 in)
- Ground clearance: Ford Explorer has 0.2 in more ground clearance (8.0 in vs 8.2 in)
- Curb weight: GMC Yukon is 792 lb heavier (5,503 lb vs 4,711 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Curb weight: GMC Yukon is 792 lb heavier (5,503 lb vs 4,711 lb)
- Height: GMC Yukon is 4.2 in taller (74.4 in vs 70.2 in)
- Wheelbase: Ford Explorer has a 3.1 in longer wheelbase (116.0 in vs 119.1 in)
- Length: Ford Explorer is 5.1 in shorter (203.9 in vs 198.8 in)
- Ground clearance: Ford Explorer has 0.2 in more ground clearance (8.0 in vs 8.2 in)
Practical verdicts
- Easier to fit in a short garageFord Explorer — Ford Explorer is shorter by 5.1 in Check garage fit for GMC Yukon · garage fit for Ford Explorer
- Narrower for tight parkingFord Explorer — Ford Explorer is narrower by 1.6 in
- More ground clearanceFord Explorer — Ford Explorer has 0.2 in more clearance
- Smaller exterior footprintFord Explorer — Based on length × width (Ford Explorer)
Dimension comparison
| Spec | GMC Yukon | Ford Explorer | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 203.9 in | 198.8 in | 5.1 in |
| Width | 80.5 in | 78.9 in | 1.6 in |
| Height | 74.4 in | 70.2 in | 4.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 116.0 in | 119.1 in | 3.1 in |
| Ground clearance | 8.0 in | 8.2 in | 0.2 in |
| Curb weight | 5,503 lb | 4,711 lb | 792 lb |
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