2008 Ford F-350 vs. 2008 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2008 Ford F-350 and 2008 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1064 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford F-350. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford F-350. 2008 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2008 Ford F-350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 2008 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | F-350 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 5999 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 129 L |
