2010 GMC Sierra vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Carens would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 835 kg more than 2009 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 GMC Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carens, 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Sierra | 2009 Kia Carens | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Sierra | Carens |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5839 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3645 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
