2012 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 753 kg more than 2011 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Legacy. 2012 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 GMC Sierra | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Sierra | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2311 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5847 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3645 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |
