2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 GMC Sierra. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911. 2007 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Sierra | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 64 L |
