2004 Ford E-350 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-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 528 kg more than 2011 GMC Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 GMC Sierra (506 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-350. (475 Nm). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | E-350 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2422 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 129 L |
