2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 GMC Sierra. (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 148 kg more than 2011 Ford F-150.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Sierra | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 2530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 98 L |
