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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 110 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1098 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Mustang | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 2590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 98 L |
