2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Sierra 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 179 more horse power than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2007 GMC Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Sierra | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |