2005 Ferrari 360 vs. 2003 GMC Sierra

To start off, 2005 Ferrari 360 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 GMC Sierra. (321 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Sierra weights approximately 930 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 360.

Because 2003 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 GMC Sierra 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 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Sierra. 2003 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ferrari 360 2003 GMC Sierra
Make Ferrari GMC
Model 360 Sierra
Year Released 2005 2003
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 5967 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 400 HP 321 HP
Engine RPM 8500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 374 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1340 kg 2270 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 5790 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 3650 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 17.9 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 117 L


 

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