2009 GMC Sierra vs. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 357 more horse power than 2009 GMC Sierra. (192 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT 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 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Sierra. (260 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Sierra. 2009 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Sierra | 2000 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Sierra | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 549 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
