1996 Honda Today vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1954 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. 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, 2012 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 2012 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | Today | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2040 mm |
