2007 Ford Expedition vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Sierra weights approximately 944 kg more than 2007 Ford Expedition. 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, 2009 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Expedition | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Expedition | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 129 L |
