2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 2 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 125 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (228 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Sierra | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 67 L |
