2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, both 2005 GMC Sierra and 2005 Nissan Armada were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 93 kg more than 2005 Nissan Armada.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (489 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Armada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2569 kg | 2476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 106 L |
