2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 421 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-250. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-250. 2007 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | F-250 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 5999 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 129 L |
