2002 GMC Sierra vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux

To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Sierra would be higher. 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 162 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Sierra weights approximately 660 kg more than 2007 Toyota Hilux. 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, 2002 GMC Sierra (371 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux. 2002 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 2007 Toyota Hilux
Make GMC Toyota
Model Sierra Hilux
Year Released 2002 2007
Body Type Pickup Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5967 cc 2694 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 321 HP 159 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 371 Nm 241 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2270 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 5790 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 3650 mm 3090 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 80 L


 

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