2001 Ford F-250 vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 328 kg more than 2001 Ford F-250. 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford F-250. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-250 | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | F-250 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 129 L |
