2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 8 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 24 kg more than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 GMC Sierra (472 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Express | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 472 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 2342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |
