2000 GMC Sierra vs. 1996 Venturi 400
To start off, 2000 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 625 kg more than 1996 Venturi 400.
Because 2000 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Venturi 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1996 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sierra | 1996 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | GMC | Venturi |
| Model | Sierra | 400 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2500 mm |
