1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 964 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Caldina | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | Caldina | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 472 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
