2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara

To start off, both 2008 GMC Sierra and 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 696 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Grand 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 (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2008 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki Grand 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 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
Make GMC Suzuki
Model Sierra Grand Vitara
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4298 cc 2736 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 195 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 9.5:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2141 kg 1445 kg
Vehicle Length 5710 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 66 L


 

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