2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 556 kg more than 2005 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Sierra | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | GMC | Xedos |
| Model | Sierra | 9 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
