2009 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1273 kg more than 2005 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2009 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Sierra | 2005 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2660 mm |
