2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 350 kg more than 2012 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari. 2005 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2012 Tata Safari | |
| Make | GMC | Tata |
| Model | Sierra | Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2660 mm |
