2011 Dodge Challenger vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Challenger (376 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 124 kg more than 2011 Dodge Challenger.
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, 2011 Dodge Challenger (555 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Challenger | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Challenger | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2404 kg | 2528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5022 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1923 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
