2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2005 Ford Ranger and 2005 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1292 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (250 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Ranger | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Ranger | Sierra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 250 Nm | 488 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 102.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 6030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |