2000 Hyundai Neos vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Neos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Neos would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Neos. (247 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Neos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 668 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Neos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Neos. (260 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Neos. 2012 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2000 Hyundai Neos has manual transmission. 2000 Hyundai Neos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Neos | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Hyundai | GMC |
| Model | Neos | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |
