2005 Ford E-150 vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (364 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 276 kg more than 2005 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 (506 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-150. (373 Nm). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | E-150 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 364 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 129 L |
