2008 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.
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 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 647 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Volkswagen | GMC |
Model | Touareg | Sierra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4921 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 353 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 1153 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 6580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 4250 mm |