1999 Honda Today vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1600 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today. 2013 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Today | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | Today | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2031 mm |
