2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 634 kg more than 2012 GMC Sierra.
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, 2012 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Avanti Studebaker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Avanti Studebaker | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Avanti | GMC |
| Model | Studebaker | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6751 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 4250 mm |
