2009 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1589 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Sierra | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
