2003 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 4,816 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (400 HP) has 125 more horse power than 2003 GMC Sierra. (275 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Sierra weights approximately 550 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Porsche 911 (440 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Sierra. (386 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Sierra | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Sierra | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4816 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1295 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2451 mm |
