2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, both 2005 GMC Sierra and 2005 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (285 HP) has 144 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (141 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 866 kg more than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. 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 (400 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (224 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Sierra | 2005 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | GMC | Jeep |
Model | Sierra | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 141 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 224 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2317 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 72 L |