2009 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Sierra 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 12 more horse power than 2011 GMC Sierra. (315 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2011 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Sierra. (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Sierra | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Sierra | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |
