2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP) has 122 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | GMC |
| Model | Touareg | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 322 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 472 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |
