2010 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 GMC Sierra 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 111 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Charger. (292 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 537 kg more than 2012 Dodge Charger. 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Charger. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2010 GMC Sierra | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
Make | GMC | Dodge |
Model | Sierra | Charger |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5839 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3645 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |