2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. 2007 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sierra | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
