2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (408 HP) has 108 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1149 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 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 (489 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (420 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Sierra | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 408 HP |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2569 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 67 L |
