2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 911 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. 2008 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2000 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 2000 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Sierra | 2000 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Sierra | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2210 mm |
