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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) 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 990 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 four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 GMC Sierra (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). 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 | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3650 mm |