2002 GMC Sierra vs. 2002 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2002 GMC Sierra and 2002 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1440 kg more than 2002 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 GMC Sierra (371 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Yaris. 2002 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Sierra | 2002 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
