2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1165 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 GMC Sierra (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (138 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Sierra | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | RunX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.7 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2610 mm |