2009 Ford E-150 vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1712 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-150 | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | E-150 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 129 L |
