2012 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (298 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 498 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 2013 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. 2013 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Chevrolet Camaro | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Camaro | Sierra |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4836 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1389 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |