2009 GMC Sierra vs. 2003 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Soarer. (276 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Soarer.
Because 2009 GMC Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 GMC Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Soarer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Sierra. (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Sierra | 2003 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
