2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 85 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 541 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Sierra (454 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (334 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2315 kg | 1774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 73 L |
