2005 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2005 Ford Transit Connect 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (295 HP) has 181 more horse power than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 GMC Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (454 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Transit Connect | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Transit Connect | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 295 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3650 mm |
