2012 GMC Sierra vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (324 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 GMC Sierra. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 630 kg more than 2013 Infiniti G.
Because 2013 Infiniti G 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, 2013 Infiniti G 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 (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti G. (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti G.
Compare all specifications:
2012 GMC Sierra | 2013 Infiniti G | |
Make | GMC | Infiniti |
Model | Sierra | G |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 324 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 2311 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5847 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1773 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3645 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |