2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 213 kg more than 2006 GMC Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Sierra | F-150 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2317 kg | 2530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 136 L |