2010 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (364 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2010 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 4 kg more than 2010 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Expedition. (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Expedition | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Expedition | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 364 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5621 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1974 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3327 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 129 L |
