2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2001 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2001 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1081 kg more than 2001 GMC Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Sierra. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 2001 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | E-350 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3030 mm |
