2000 GMC Sierra vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Sierra would be higher. 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 25 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2000 GMC Sierra.
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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sierra | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sierra | T5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
