2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 8 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 474 kg more than 2004 Ford F-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, 2012 GMC Sierra (413 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-150. (343 Nm). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | F-150 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 98 L |
