2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Fregate would be higher. 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 224 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1523 kg more than 1959 Renault Fregate. 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 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Sierra | Fregate |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2833 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 38 L |
