2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 939 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (506 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Freestar | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 129 L |
