2003 GMC Sierra vs. 2001 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2003 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Soarer. (276 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Sierra weights approximately 540 kg more than 2001 Toyota Soarer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Soarer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2001 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GMC Sierra | 2001 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | Soarer |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2630 mm |