2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2005 GMC Sierra and 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (295 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 41 kg more than 2005 GMC Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 GMC Sierra (454 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. (430 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Sierra | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Sierra | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 4130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 335 HP |
Torque | 454 Nm | 430 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2315 kg | 2356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |