1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2007 GMC Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Silverado | Sierra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3650 mm |