2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 560 kg more than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Because 2005 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford E-Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Sierra | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 1511 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 150 L |
