2009 Nissan 350Z vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Nissan 350Z. (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 845 kg more than 2009 Nissan 350Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 GMC Sierra (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 350Z. 2013 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Nissan 350Z | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Nissan | GMC |
Model | 350Z | Sierra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 472 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 6330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1869 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 4000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 129 L |