2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2006 Ford Expedition and 2006 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 300 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 898 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Expedition | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 6570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 129 L |
