2003 Ford F-250 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Ford F-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-250 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | F-250 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 472 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 6330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1869 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 4000 mm |
