2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 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 G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 531 kg more than 2012 Infiniti G37.
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 (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | GMC | Infiniti |
| Model | Sierra | G37 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |
