1999 GMC Sierra vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Sierra (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sierra weights approximately 540 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 GMC Sierra (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Sierra | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
