2001 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2001 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2001 Chevrolet Silverado and 2001 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Sierra weights approximately 495 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2001 GMC Sierra (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Silverado | 2001 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Silverado | Sierra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 6270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |