2009 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 8 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (359 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Volkswagen | GMC |
Model | Touareg | Sierra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 2318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |