2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Titan. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 162 kg more than 2005 Nissan Titan. 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (515 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Titan. (514 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Titan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Sierra | Titan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 514 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 106 L |