2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, both 2005 GMC Sierra and 2005 Nissan Murano 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 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 466 kg more than 2005 Nissan Murano. 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 (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Sierra | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Sierra | Murano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 82 L |