2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (295 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 737 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
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, 2005 GMC Sierra (454 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Sierra | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Sierra | 370Z |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 332 HP |
Torque | 454 Nm | 366 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2315 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |