2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Sierra. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Express | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |
