2002 GMC Sierra vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 GMC Sierra. (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Sierra weights approximately 740 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2002 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche 911. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GMC Sierra. (371 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Sierra | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Sierra | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
