2000 GMC Sierra vs. 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2000 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 197 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 515 kg more than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 2000 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. 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, 2000 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sierra | 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
