2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Nitro 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 (301 HP) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (208 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 813 kg more than 2005 Dodge Nitro. 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 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Nitro | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Nitro | Sierra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 301 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 488 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3380 mm |