2010 GMC Sierra vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (242 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 485 kg more than 2000 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Sierra | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3270 mm |
