2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1213 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit. 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 2012 Honda Fit. 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Fit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2499 mm |
