2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 389 kg more than 2011 Maserati GranTurismo.
Because 2005 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Maserati GranTurismo. 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, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | GMC | Maserati |
| Model | Sierra | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 86 L |
