2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 6,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Silverado | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 6172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |
