2009 GMC Sierra vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 GMC Sierra. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Sierra.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Sierra. (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Sierra | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Sierra | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 327 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |