2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, both 2005 GMC Sierra and 2005 Subaru Outback Sport 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 120 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 887 kg more than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. (225 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Sierra | 2005 Subaru Outback Sport | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Sierra | Outback Sport |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 165 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2317 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |