2009 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight.
Because 2009 GMC Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 GMC Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Sierra | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Insight |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 40 L |
