2009 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (315 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Sierra. (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Sierra | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sierra | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| 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 | 458 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 129 L |
