2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2007 Honda Accord

To start off, both 2007 GMC Sierra and 2007 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1140 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Accord. 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 (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2007 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord 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 2007 Honda Accord
Make GMC Honda
Model Sierra Accord
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Pickup Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5999 cc 2204 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 312 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 506 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 97.1 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2790 kg 1650 kg
Vehicle Length 6340 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 2440 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1940 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 4010 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 129 L 65 L


 

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