2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 Ford F-350
To start off, 2011 Ford F-350 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 GMC Sierra. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-350. 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-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Sierra. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-350 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-350 | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Sierra | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 132 L |
