2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Silverado and 2005 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 199 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (489 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Silverado | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5357 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 2569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 6270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 129 L |
