2005 Chevrolet Express 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 Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 29 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (506 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Express | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 129 L |
