2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Vector M12
To start off, both 2005 GMC Sierra and 2005 Vector M12 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 Vector M12 (484 HP) has 184 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 939 kg more than 2005 Vector M12.
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 Vector M12 (576 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (489 Nm). This means 2005 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2005 Vector M12 | |
| Make | GMC | Vector |
| Model | Sierra | M12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 484 HP |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2569 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2750 mm |
