2004 Ford E-150 vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 184 kg more than 2004 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 GMC Sierra (413 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-150. (388 Nm). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-150 | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | E-150 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2127 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 98 L |
