2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 20 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Sierra | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Sierra | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 100 L |