2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (321 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 947 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | F-150 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 117 L |
