2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 728 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. (540 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Corvette | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 6172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
