2004 Infiniti I35 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti I35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti I35 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (397 HP) has 142 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti I35. (255 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti I35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 939 kg more than 2004 Infiniti I35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Infiniti I35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (565 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti I35. (334 Nm). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti I35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti I35 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Infiniti | GMC |
| Model | I35 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 397 HP |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
