2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Pontiac GTO
To start off, both 2005 GMC Sierra and 2005 Pontiac GTO were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2005 GMC Sierra and 2005 Pontiac GTO are equipped with a 5,965 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac GTO (400 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1184 kg more than 2005 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2005 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra 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 Pontiac GTO (536 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (488 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Sierra | 2005 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | GMC | Pontiac |
Model | Sierra | GTO |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 400 HP |
Torque | 488 Nm | 536 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2874 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 68 L |