2000 GMC Sierra vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 13 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 655 kg more than 2000 GMC Sierra. 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Sierra. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2000 GMC Sierra has manual transmission. 2000 GMC Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sierra | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 6290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 4180 mm |
