2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 105 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 338 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (489 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (352 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sierra | Express |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2569 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 117 L |
