2012 Ascari A10 vs. 2011 GMC Sierra

To start off, 2012 Ascari A10 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2011 GMC Sierra. (353 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1384 kg more than 2012 Ascari A10.

Because 2011 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ascari A10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra 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, 2012 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Sierra. 2011 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2012 Ascari A10 has manual transmission. 2012 Ascari A10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Ascari A10 2011 GMC Sierra
Make Ascari GMC
Model A10 Sierra
Year Released 2012 2011
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4941 cc 5999 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 625 HP 353 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 506 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 2664 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 5710 mm
Vehicle Width 1852 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1138 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2636 mm 3380 mm


 

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