2005 Toyota Camry vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (159 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1219 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 GMC Sierra (506 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Camry | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | Camry | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |
