2005 Toyota Hilux vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Hilux. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 978 kg more than 2005 Toyota Hilux. 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, 2011 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Hilux. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Hilux. 2011 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Hilux | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | Hilux | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 2352 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 98 L |
