2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 138 kg more than 2013 Ford F-150.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 GMC Sierra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford F-150. (377 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Sierra | F-150 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2263 kg | 2125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2464 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |