2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1999 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Sierra (267 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sierra weights approximately 698 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 GMC Sierra (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 1999 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Fiesta | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 4784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3030 mm |
