2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2000 Saturn LW
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn LW 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 163 more horse power than 2000 Saturn LW. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn LW.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Saturn LW. 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn LW. (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn LW.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2000 Saturn LW | |
| Make | GMC | Saturn |
| Model | Sierra | LW |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
