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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 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 820 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (353 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
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 | 4015 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 2317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 129 L |
