2009 GMC Sierra vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 GMC Sierra. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Sierra. (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Sierra | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Sierra | F-150 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 327 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5888 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3683 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 136 L |