2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. 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 (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. 2007 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Sierra | Touran |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |