2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2001 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Sierra weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Ford Five Hundred.
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, 2001 GMC Sierra (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. 2005 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2001 GMC Sierra has manual transmission. 2001 GMC Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 2001 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Five Hundred | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3030 mm |
