2009 Ford Flex vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2009 Ford Flex 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Flex.
Because 2009 Ford Flex 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 Flex 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 (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Flex | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Flex | Sierra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |