2008 Ford Focus vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 1 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2007 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Focus | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 6570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 132 L |
