2000 GMC Sierra vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2000 GMC Sierra and 2000 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Sierra (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 334 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2000 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Sierra | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Sierra | Golf |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1441 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |