2008 Isuzu I-350 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Isuzu I-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Isuzu I-350 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Isuzu I-350. (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Isuzu I-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 149 kg more than 2008 Isuzu I-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu I-350. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu I-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Isuzu I-350 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Isuzu | GMC |
| Model | I-350 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1874 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1869 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 98 L |
