2009 GMC Sierra vs. 2008 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Sierra 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 87 more horse power than 2008 GMC Sierra. (316 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Sierra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Sierra. (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Sierra | 2008 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Sierra | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 458 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 6320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 129 L |
