2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 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 100 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. 2007 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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.
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2007 GMC Sierra | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Sierra | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |