2007 Ford F-450 vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford F-450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford F-450 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-450. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-450.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Ford F-450 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Sierra. (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Sierra. 2011 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford F-450 has manual transmission. 2007 Ford F-450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-450 | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | F-450 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3590 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 98 L |
