2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2010 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 336 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 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Sequoia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra 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, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Sierra | 2010 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 2606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2027 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |