2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 500 kg more than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (394 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Jeep | GMC |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Sierra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 98 L |