2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 6 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 60 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti M. (235 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti M.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Infiniti M (550 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (454 Nm). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra. 2011 Infiniti M 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. 2011 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | GMC | Infiniti |
| Model | Sierra | M |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 2993 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 | 550 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 67 L |
