2001 Toyota Tundra vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Sierra. (413 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Tundra | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | Tundra | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |
