2001 Ford EX vs. 2008 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 GMC Sierra. (353 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 961 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Sierra. 2008 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford EX has manual transmission. 2001 Ford EX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford EX | 2008 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | EX | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 567 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 129 L |
