2013 GMC Sierra 1500 Hybrid 3HA vs. 2013 GMC Sierra 3500HD DRW SLE
To start off, both 2013 GMC Sierra 1500 Hybrid 3HA and 2013 GMC Sierra 3500HD DRW SLE were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra 1500 Hybrid 3HA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra 1500 Hybrid 3HA (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra 3500HD DRW SLE. (298 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra 1500 Hybrid 3HA should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra 3500HD DRW SLE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra 1500 Hybrid 3HA weights approximately 257 kg more than 2013 GMC Sierra 3500HD DRW SLE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra 3500HD DRW SLE is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 GMC Sierra 1500 Hybrid 3HA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra 3500HD DRW SLE 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 1500 Hybrid 3HA (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra 3500HD DRW SLE. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra 1500 Hybrid 3HA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra 3500HD DRW SLE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 GMC Sierra 1500 Hybrid 3HA | 2013 GMC Sierra 3500HD DRW SLE | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Sierra | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2528 kg | 2271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5847 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3645 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 129 L |
