2000 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 12 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 38 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 445 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sierra | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
