2005 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (355 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 84 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 GMC Sierra (565 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. (447 Nm). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Tahoe | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 2439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |
