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 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 108 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 | 6199 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 129 L |
