2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (306 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 36 kg more than 2005 GMC Sierra.
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 (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Sierra | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | Tundra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 2381 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 5329 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3221 mm |