2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2008 GMC Sierra. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 426 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2008 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | F-150 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 98 L |
