2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (295 HP) has 224 more horse power than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (71 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2013 Smart Fortwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1475 kg more than 2013 Smart Fortwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (454 Nm) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | GMC | Smart |
| Model | Sierra | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 71 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2315 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1559 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 33 L |
