2011 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 1 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2010 GMC Sierra. (312 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 821 kg more than 2010 GMC Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Sequoia | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | Sequoia | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2715 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1956 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3099 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 129 L |
