2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (653 HP) has 353 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 780 kg more than 2013 Ford Mustang.
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, 2013 Ford Mustang (856 Nm) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (488 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Sierra | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 653 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 856 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2590 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |
