2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 6 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 197 kg more than 2012 GMC Sierra.
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, 2012 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | F-150 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 129 L |
