2009 GMC Sierra vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2009 GMC Sierra and 2009 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 281 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Sierra weights approximately 975 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 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 2009 Toyota Corolla. 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 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Sierra | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |