2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (295 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 599 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
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, 2004 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (454 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Mustang | Sierra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 5359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 295 HP |
Torque | 529 Nm | 454 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 98 L |