2001 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Sierra weights approximately 674 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 GMC Sierra (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (335 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Sierra | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sierra | Passat |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |
