2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (295 HP) has 156 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 263 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Sierra | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2263 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 58 L |
