2012 Dodge Challenger vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 Dodge Challenger 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Challenger (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2011 GMC Sierra. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 420 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Dodge Challenger (637 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Sierra. (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Challenger 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 Dodge Challenger has manual transmission. 2012 Dodge Challenger 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 Dodge Challenger | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Challenger | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1891 kg | 2311 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 | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
