2010 Ford F-150 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (298 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 44 kg more than 2010 Ford F-150.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford F-150 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | F-150 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 2454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5885 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2004 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1887 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |
