2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (298 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 725 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (414 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Expedition | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1869 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 98 L |
