2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (295 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (235 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1105 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 Toyota Fortuner 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (376 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2315 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |
