2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 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 (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 920 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 911. 2005 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1995 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1995 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Sierra | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1260 mm |
