2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M 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 M (330 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 823 kg more than 2012 Infiniti M.
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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti M. (366 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | GMC | Infiniti |
| Model | Sierra | M |
| 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 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 330 HP |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2569 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 76 L |
