2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Camry. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 845 kg more than 2012 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Camry. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2007 GMC Sierra 2012 Toyota Camry
Make GMC Toyota
Model Sierra Camry
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4802 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 178 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 414 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4100 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2317 kg 1472 kg
Vehicle Length 5710 mm 4806 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 3380 mm 2776 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 129 L 64 L


 

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