2002 Dodge M80 vs. 2000 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2002 Dodge M80 is newer by 2 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, 2002 Dodge M80 (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge M80 should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 640 kg more than 2002 Dodge M80.
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, 2000 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge M80. (319 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge M80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge M80 | 2000 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | M80 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3030 mm |
