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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (295 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 314 kg more than 2013 Ford F-150.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 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 | 5326 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 2345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 5888 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2464 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3683 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 98 L |