2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, both 2005 GMC Sierra and 2005 Volkswagen Sharan 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 (300 HP) has 187 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1188 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 GMC Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (488 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Sierra | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Sierra | Sharan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 113 HP |
Torque | 488 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2833 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |