1997 Ford F-150 vs. 2000 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2000 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2000 GMC Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2000 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 2000 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | F-150 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3030 mm |
