2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 203 kg more than 2012 Infiniti FX.
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, 2012 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | GMC | Infiniti |
| Model | Sierra | FX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5026 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 2067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |
