2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti M would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti M. (335 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 401 kg more than 2005 Infiniti M. 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, 2008 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti M. (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Sierra | 2005 Infiniti M | |
Make | GMC | Infiniti |
Model | Sierra | M |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 79 L |