2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan 350Z would be higher. 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 30 more horse power than 2003 Nissan 350Z. (265 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 825 kg more than 2003 Nissan 350Z. 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 (454 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2003 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2315 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |
