2012 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (298 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 479 kg more than 2013 GMC Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Sequoia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Toyota Sequoia | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | Sequoia | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2750 kg | 2271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1956 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3099 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 129 L |
