2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,357 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 GMC Sierra. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 229 kg more than 2008 GMC Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Silverado | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5357 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |
