2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (355 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. (424 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Corvette | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 424 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |
