2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 GMC Sierra. (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 58 kg more than 2011 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Sequoia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Sierra | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2664 kg | 2606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 100 L |
