1999 Toyota MR-S vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota MR-S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota MR-S would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR-S. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1348 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR-S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR-S. (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR-S. 2010 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota MR-S has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota MR-S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota MR-S | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | MR-S | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2032 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 98 L |
