2011 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 GMC Sierra. (353 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 56 kg more than 2011 Ford F-150.
Because 2012 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-150. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford F-150 | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | F-150 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 353 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2379 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 6340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 4010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 129 L |