2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, both 2005 GMC Sierra and 2005 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (295 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (276 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 547 kg more than 2005 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 2005 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Sierra | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Sierra | 350Z |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5358 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 276 HP |
Torque | 454 Nm | 363 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2263 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |