GMC Yukon vs Ford Explorer Dimensions & Size Comparison

Comparing 2021 catalog dimensions. GMC Yukon · Ford Explorer

Same scale for both vehicles. Generic silhouette — proportional to measured length, height, width, wheelbase, and clearance.

Side view
  • Length210.0 in
  • Height76.5 in
  • Wheelbase120.9 in
  • Curb weight5,490 lb – 5,827 lb
Front / width
  • Ford Explorer width78.9 in

Which is bigger?

  • Length: Ford Explorer is 11.2 in shorter (210.0 in vs 198.8 in)
  • Height: GMC Yukon is 6.3 in taller (76.5 in vs 70.2 in)
  • Wheelbase: GMC Yukon has a 1.8 in longer wheelbase (120.9 in vs 119.1 in)
  • Curb weight: GMC Yukon is 1,123 lb heavier (5,659 lb vs 4,536 lb)

Biggest size differences

  1. Curb weight: GMC Yukon is 1,123 lb heavier (5,659 lb vs 4,536 lb)
  2. Height: GMC Yukon is 6.3 in taller (76.5 in vs 70.2 in)
  3. Length: Ford Explorer is 11.2 in shorter (210.0 in vs 198.8 in)
  4. Wheelbase: GMC Yukon has a 1.8 in longer wheelbase (120.9 in vs 119.1 in)

Practical verdicts

  • Easier to fit in a short garageFord ExplorerFord Explorer is shorter by 11.2 in

Dimension comparison

SpecGMC YukonFord ExplorerDifference
Length210.0 in198.8 in11.2 in
Width78.9 in
Height76.5 in70.2 in6.3 in
Wheelbase120.9 in119.1 in1.8 in
Ground clearance8.2 in
Curb weight5,659 lb4,536 lb1,123 lb

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