Compare body automotive – full comparation – Ford F-150 vs. GMC Sierra

The rivalry between Ford and Chevrolet comes time ago, and the market for light trucks, is perhaps even more intense. So when I had the opportunity to test a GMC Sierra (equivalent to the Chevy Silverado) and a Ford F-150 in the same week, I took to prepare this report comparing the two vans.

So we begin: In a corner of the ring have to GMC Sierra 1500 4WD Double Cab SLT and in the other corner, the Ford F-150 4×4 Double Cab Lariat King Ranch.
The GMC Sierra came equipped with the package “All-Terrain”, which in turn includes the whole “Z71″ with a brand Eaton rear differential with auto workers, 34mm front stabilizer bar and shock absorbers branded “Rancho” stronger and designed Applications for all-terrain.

On the other hand, the Ford F-150 was a “King Ranch”, the most luxurious of all F-150, equipped with a myriad of details such as leather seats that seem lined gloves, a pair of storage boxes mounted A system of rails in the box and a rearview mirror with integrated camera to attend the retreat.

Strength of the train engine

Both trucks are in good physical condition, with muscular V-8 engines and large displacement. The GMC version has Motor VORTEC of 5.3 liters with aluminum block and cylinder deactivation system to reduce gasoline consumption and to get figures of 14/19mpg. The engine is coupled to a four-speed automatic box and generates 315hp and 338 lb-ft of torque.

Ford did not go far enough with the Triton V-8, 5.4L 3-valve that develops 300hp and 365 lb-ft of torque and consumption figures 13/17mpg. The engine has the designation FFV (Flexible Fuel Vehicle) because it accepts fuel mixture E85 (85% ethanol and 15% gasoline). Here, too, the engine is coupled to a four-speed automatic transmission.

Thanks to these super-powerful machines, like boxers that receive large loads during his sporting life, these vans resist loads up to 7000 pounds for the GMC and Ford in 7200 pounds.

Flexible Load

These vans are made to bear the burden and if it comes, the Ford is on the front with a box 78.8 inches long and 65.5 cubic feet of volume. The Ford came equipped with an optional load (new for 2008) that includes cross bars ($ 190) that are mounted on slides and slide along the box. The system guides also allows optional storage boxes on both sides ($ 295) and a movable divider optional ($ 150).

The GMC Sierra with double cabin is available only with a box of 69.3 inches shorter in length and 53.2 cubic feet. The box of the test model came with a hard plastic protector.

Feet on the pavement

The technique and control in the movements is essential in both boxing and trucks exhibited excellent handling characteristics, however the advantage is the GMC for his impeccable maneuverability. Despite his suspension firmer, ironically the Sierra has a ride as soft and perhaps even more comfortable than the F-150, which feels more truck, heavier and more likely to transmit the vibrations from the pavement to the cockpit. The F-150 is defended in his skill and performance, although their movements are less precise and more forced.

Both accelerates with authority and aplomb, but Sierra has a weight advantage to take the box shorter, and feels leaner and more agile. From the subjective point of view, the roar emanated by the engine of the Ford is more sound and rewarding to the ear.

The Ford F-150 did not have a traction control system (optional), which did not help to speed up the wet. The F-150 also did not have a position “AUTO” in the system of four-wheel-drive. Here is the Sierra had the advantage of having these two features.

The engine of the Sierra also has great appeal, but not the type sound, and has a deactivation system that allows you to operate in the form of four-cylinder, helping to save fuel. The system is completely transparent and not cause delays in responding to the commands of the driver.

Balance and harmony in the cabin

The biggest difference between the vans is the feeling when entering the cabin to simulate his walking. The GMC has a character that was more akin to that of a conventional car, with a smooth and horizontal board, while the Ford is more rustic design more straight and vertical, one might say more traditional in this regard.

Both trucks are finished with first class materials. For example, to the upholstery of the F-150, Ford uses the softest leather that has passed through my hands. In the Sierra, GMC uses a combination of gray leather and dark reddish brown, giving the cabin an air of sophistication rarely seen in this segment.

Both schemes have to go back. While the GMC has sensors in the rear bumper and a small display in the right rear pillar that change from yellow to red when approaching an obstacle, Ford goes further and offers as an option ($ 450) a rearview mirror that incorporates a screen that lights up and displays an image back to back.

Navigation systems, intuitive and easy to use, are available in both. The GMC has a system to a CD, while the Ford has a changer for six CDs. The systems show the position of the vehicle and give verbal commands and visual cues to guide you to your destination. The color screens and touch to control the functions of the sound system that includes AM / FM radio and satellite, CD and a port for connecting an iPod.

Ford includes an optional sliding rear window that allows the entry of fresh air and access to the box. The GMC offered as an option. The rear seat bench of both type vans is divided 60/40 and reclining is to use the floor as the cargo area.

Here the decision is based on the tastes and preferences of each person. The GMC has a more refined air and Ford with a more traditional and familiar.

Results from combat

The Ford F-150 and Chevrolet Silverado (equivalent to the GMC Sierra) share the podium in sales, occupying the first and second place respectively. Here there are no boxers fallen, the two vans are a “knock out”, extremely capable and competitive in the market. After a hard-fought struggle, the result is very uneven, but the advantage was maintained by the GMC Sierra.

GMC has raised the level of the game with this new version of the Sierra. Although the trophy GMC takes it this time, the verdict may change with the next generation of the F-150 that will debut in the third quarter of the year when we will have the opportunity to assess whether the domain and GMC maintains advantage over the popular Ford.

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Mercedes-Benz SL renewed – automotive review

Mercedes-Benz SL renewed, with changes in appearance from the outside, engines and equipment. The new range of this sport is for sale from 92,300 euros’ SL 280 “and it costs up to 248,000 euros’ AMG ‘most potente.El SL is a two-seater convertible with a retractable hardtop. Regarding the previous model, there are changes in appearance from the outside: have been redesigned headlamps, pilots, bumpers, grille and exterior mirrors (which now includes intermittent side).

Versions’ AMG ‘are the most sporting of the SL range. Are distinguished because they have changes in the bodywork, suspension and brakes.

The exterior appearance is also different. They differ by a black grille, front bumper with air intakes and larger openings for the evacuation of heat from the radiator oil, a rear diffuser, rear wing and some lights obscured. In addition, the fog are circular and oval instead of the bonnet is domed.

There are six versions of FS, each with a different engine: ‘SL 280 “(3.0 l V6 231 hp),” SL 350 “(3.5 l V6 316 hp),” SL 500′ (5 , 5 l V8 388 hp), “SL 600″ (5.5 l V12-517 hp), “SL 63 AMG” (6.2 l V8 525 hp) and ‘SL 65 AMG “(6.0 l V12, 612 hp).

All engines are atmospheric and are linked to a seven-speed automatic change, except that the V12 turbo and are associated with one of five speeds.

The most important innovation is the new variant “63 AMG”, which replaces the previous “55 AMG”. The difference between these versions is in the engine (6.2 l aspirated V8 compared to 5.4 l turbocharged V8 ‘55 AMG “). The power, performance and consumption virtually unchanged.

In addition, there is a new variant of access (280) and a 44 hp more powerful engine for the “350″. In general, all versions consume slightly less than before.

Audi A4 Avant is on sale – automotive review

The new Audi A4 Avant is on sale from 32,820 euros, about 1,700 euros more than the saloon. For the moment, can only be purchased with two gasoline engines and two diesel.

The family version of the A4 measured the same as the four-door (4.70 m), while its trunk is only 10 litres more (490 versus 480 l l). The trunk of the Avant is more practical because you have gate-to-mouth and a larger-entry is more convenient to load. The large interior space, equipment and plenty of good qualities dynamics do not change.

At the time of launch, is available with two petrol engines (1.8 l T FSI 160 hp and 3.2 l V6 FSI of 265 hp) and two Diesel (2.0 l TDI 143 hp and 3 , 0 l V6 TDI 239 hp). All have direct fuel injection and, except for the 3.2 l FSI, everyone is turbo. The A4 Avant with six-cylinder engines have traction total.

All engines are associated with a shift six-speed manual. Optionally, the two least powerful (143 and 160 hp) can join an automatic gearbox ‘multitronic’ eight speeds. The V6 petrol is also available with an automatic change ‘Tiptronic’ six speeds.

After the summer, may be bought with five other engines, two petrol (2.0 TFSI l variants in the 180 and 211 hp) and three diesel (2.0 l TDI 120-hp, 2.0 l TDI 170 CV and 2.7 l TDI 190 hp).

As far as we have seen in the A4 four-door, gives the impression of being a big car and quality. Although not as comfortable as a Mercedes-Benz C-Class or as nimble as a BMW 3 Series, the A4 has an intermediate point between comfort and agility very accomplished. Moreover, it is well insulated from the noise of the engine.

With the diesel engine of 143 hp, is fast and its consumption is low. Regarding the previous 140 hp engine (which had a direct injection pump-injector rather than through common), is markedly softer and less noisy.

KIA d 1.6 CRDi – automotive review

El KIA pro_cee´d es la versión de tres puertas del cee´d. Puede comprarse desde 13.281 hasta 19.356 euros, con dos motores de gasolina y tres Diesel.

Es entre 650 y 800 euros más costoso que la variante con carrocería de cinco puertas. Como el cee´d, el pro_cee´d es uno de los modelos más recomendables de los de características similares que se venden en España.

Tiene muchas virtudes que lo hacen muy recomendable. Destaca por tener una relación entre precio y equipamiento mejor que la media. Su espacio interior y su calidad de acabado también son mejores de lo normal.

En cualidades dinámicas y en estabilidad se encuentra a la altura de los mejores, como un Ford Focus, un Volkswagen Golf y, en menor medida, un SEAT León.

Además tiene una garantía mecánica de hasta siete años ó 150.000 km (los tres primeros años sin límite de km).

El pro_cee´d mide 4,25 m de largo, 1 cm más que la versión de cinco puertas. Sus dimensiones exteriores son parecidas a las de un Opel Astra (4,25 m) y un Peugeot 308 (4,28 m). El maletero mide 340 l; es un tamaño normal para un coche de estas dimensiones.

Está disponible con dos motores de gasolina y tres Diesel. Los de gasolina son un 1,6 l de 122 CV y un 2,0 l de 143 CV. Los motores Diesel son 1,6 l CRDi en dos variantes de potencia (90 y 115 CV) y un 2,0 l CRDi de 140 CV.

Todos los motores van unidos a un cambio manual de cinco velocidades, salvo el Diesel de 140 CV que va asociado a uno de seis velocidades.

Con todos los motores destaca por tener unas prestaciones normales (con una velocidad máxima algo baja para su potencia) y un consumo contenido en las versiones de gasolina y bajo en las Diesel.

La versión Diesel de 115 CV, que es la que hemos probado, da un resultado muy bueno por suavidad, silencio, prestaciones y consumo.

Mazda 6 1.8 120 CV 4 y 5p automotive review

It is the most basic economic and MAZDA6. It’s on sale for 22,500 € both with five-door body as four and has a gasoline engine of 120 hp.

It is a basic version interesting for two reasons. First, in exchange for what they paid-that is not a high price-provides a rich variety of equipment, a car wide, well done and that responds well. Second, it has a pleasant 120-hp engine, which may be more sufficient in most cases and can be adjusted consumption.

The MAZDA6 1.8 is sold only with a level of equipment (Active), which has serial connection for automatic lights and windscreen wipers, dimming mirror of internal charger six discs, Bluetooth connection or aluminum wheels, 17 “, among others elements.

While the equipment is complete, is missing the chance lack the ability to add elements optionally, a better lighting system (headlamps are standard gives a beam of light poor) or browser, to name a few. To have these elements must acquire other versions with more powerful engines.

The MAZDA6 is large for four occupants, the front seats are very good and the driving position is hardly improved.

For how wheel, it is clear that Mazda has not tried to make a car particularly easy: it has made a car with a suspension for throwing hard. In return, either by the suspension, for their settings or for whatever reason, the MAZDA6 is unexpectedly agile and gives a great feeling of lightness (in the proper sense of the word) that virtually has no saloon, 4.7 m longitude.

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Volkswagen Scrirocco automotive review

The Scirocco is a new model of the size of a Volkswagen Golf, which has a three-door coupe body, panoramic roof and four seats. Although it is already on sale from 25,340 euros, the first units will not be delivered until after the summer.

It is an expensive car, but as a series of equipment very abundant, the relationship between price and equipment is very favourable. In this sense, other models such as an Audi A3 or a Volvo C30, may be less desirable.

For the price difference and that there is equipment with equivalent versions of Golf, the Scirocco may be more advisable (except where they are needed three rear seats). In equal equipment, a Scirocco IST 160 hp is 1,200 euros more expensive than a Golf IST 140 hp and 1,100 euros cheaper than a Golf 170 hp TSI.

At the time of launch can be purchased with two petrol engines and one diesel, all turbo. The gasoline is a 1.4 l IST 160 hp (which has a compressor and a turbo) and a 2.0 l IST 200-hp. The Diesel is a 2.0 l TDI 140 hp (powered through common). Later, will also be available with the engine 1.4 l IST 122-hp.

All engines are linked to a six-speed manual shift. Optionally, the diesel engine and more powerful gasoline may be attached to an automatic change ‘DSG’ six speeds. Since January 2009, there will be a version with 160 hp engine IST and change ‘DSG’ seven speeds.

With any of the petrol engines, the Scirocco has some good features and content consumption. Besides its operation is very good, especially with the 200 hp engine, which is quite softer and quieter than the 160 hp.

With a 160 hp engine and the optional adaptive suspension (DCC) is very pleasant to drive on his relationship between stability, agility and comfort. This suspension has three programs running, adapts the harshness of the conditions to the suspension of driving (to be more soft and comfortable on the road open, and firmer road with many curves).

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