2012 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, both 2012 GMC Sierra and 2012 Toyota Avalon were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Avalon. (268 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 691 kg more than 2012 Toyota Avalon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 GMC Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 GMC Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2012 GMC Sierra | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | Avalon |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2311 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5847 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3645 mm | 2819 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |