2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 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 (300 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Ford F-150. (298 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 465 kg more than 2013 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford F-150. (377 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Sierra | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 298 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2590 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 5415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2624 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |
