2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus X is newer by 2 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 37 more horse power than 2009 Ford Taurus X. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus X | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Taurus X | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 6570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 132 L |
