2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (298 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 546 kg more than 2013 GMC Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition 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 (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Expedition | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 98 L |
