2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 948 kg more than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Five Hundred | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Five Hundred | Sierra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 129 L |