2007 GMC Sierra vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 2007 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
