2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 766 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Volkswagen | GMC |
Model | Tiguan | Sierra |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 472 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4426 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1809 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1703 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |