2003 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 GMC Sierra. (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 283 kg more than 2003 GMC Sierra. 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Sierra | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sierra | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 2553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 8032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1971 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3396 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 136 L |
