2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2009 Ford Expedition and 2009 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Ford Expedition. (306 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Expedition. (365 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Expedition | Sierra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 353 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 129 L |