2012 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2012 Volkswagen Polo and 2012 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (364 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1509 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. 2012 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | GMC |
| Model | Polo | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 364 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1682 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1462 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
