2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 475 kg more than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (506 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Nissan | GMC |
| Model | Pathfinder | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 129 L |
