2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 752 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Mustang | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 129 L |
