2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (285 HP) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (224 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 757 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (400 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester. 2010 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2005 GMC Sierra has manual transmission. 2005 GMC Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Sierra | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2317 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 64 L |
