2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 861 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2317 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 65 L |
