2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2009 Ford Explorer 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Because 2009 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Sierra. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Explorer | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Explorer | Sierra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 98 L |