2005 GMC Sierra C3 vs. 2005 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular Cab 4WD SLE
To start off, both 2005 GMC Sierra C3 and 2005 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular Cab 4WD SLE 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 C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra C3 (321 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular Cab 4WD SLE. (285 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra C3 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular Cab 4WD SLE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular Cab 4WD SLE weights approximately 47 kg more than 2005 GMC Sierra C3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 1500 Regular Cab 4WD SLE (400 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra C3. (370 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular Cab 4WD SLE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra C3. 2005 GMC Sierra C3 has automatic transmission and 2005 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular Cab 4WD SLE has manual transmission. 2005 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular Cab 4WD SLE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Sierra C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra C3 | 2005 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular Cab 4WD SLE | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Sierra | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 2317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 129 L |
