2009 SSC Aero vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 SSC Aero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 SSC Aero would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 750 more horse power than 2012 GMC Sierra. (312 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 601 kg more than 2009 SSC Aero.
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, 2009 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 851 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Sierra. 2012 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2009 SSC Aero has manual transmission. 2009 SSC Aero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 SSC Aero | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | SSC | GMC |
| Model | Aero | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 1062 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 1357 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1940 mm |
