Thoughts Sierra Denali vs. Tudra CrewMax

wakeboarder109 · 12-08-2009, 09:19 PM

My Dad's looking for a new truck and is between the GMC Sierra Denali and the Toyota Tundra CrewMax Limited. It will primarily be used for trips and hauling people. Any experiences or thoughts?

WILLIE92 · 12-08-2009, 09:23 PM

toyota is powerful plus they are reliable! the denali has a huge engine and luxury!

wakeboarder109 · 12-08-2009, 09:26 PM

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Originally Posted by WILLIE92

toyota is powerful plus they are reliable! the denali has a huge engine and luxury!

true true. It's a tough call. they're both beasts!

WILLIE92 · 12-08-2009, 09:35 PM

here where i live its a huge oil and natural gas region and im seeing a lot of trundras out there plus i have never heard a bad thing about them, other than its not a diesel.

wakeboarder109 · 12-08-2009, 10:11 PM

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Originally Posted by WILLIE92

here where i live its a huge oil and natural gas region and im seeing a lot of trundras out there plus i have never heard a bad thing about them, other than its not a diesel.

that is true. I can't say I have either, regardless of model year.

wakeboarder109 · 12-09-2009, 08:00 AM

no owners out there?

Couch · 12-09-2009, 09:35 AM

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Originally Posted by WILLIE92

toyota is powerful plus they are reliable! the denali has a huge engine and luxury!

The Denali is just as reliable. However, I do agree it is luxury.

imported_mega · 12-09-2009, 10:13 AM

test drive them, make sure you test a f150 too, it'll make your choice a lot easier

I'm not sure what toyota bolts the bed on with, but it's not too strong

wakeboarder109 · 12-09-2009, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by imported_mega

test drive them, make sure you test a f150 too, it'll make your choice a lot easier

I'm not sure what toyota bolts the bed on with, but it's not too strong

I looked at the F150 and have never been to impressed with their designs. Impressive video though

imported_mega · 12-09-2009, 10:35 AM

drive one, it's too bad you cant haul a trailer in a test drive, then you wont care about looks anymore

if all your gonna do is haul people around there's a lot better choices than a truck

Sniz · 12-09-2009, 10:46 AM

i've heard the bed and tailgate system of the tundra is not very good.

also heard of poor ride stability on the highway?

wakeboarder109 · 12-09-2009, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by imported_mega

drive one, it's too bad you cant haul a trailer in a test drive, then you wont care about looks anymore

if all your gonna do is haul people around there's a lot better choices than a truck

it will be used for hauling and towing as well but I may have to go drive one

Spec 1 · 12-09-2009, 11:04 AM

The GMC gets much better gas mileage.

wakeboarder109 · 12-09-2009, 11:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Spec 1

The GMC gets much better gas mileage.

haha, unfortunately still averages around 14

Couch · 12-09-2009, 11:24 AM

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Originally Posted by imported_mega

test drive them, make sure you test a f150 too, it'll make your choice a lot easier

I'm not sure what toyota bolts the bed on with, but it's not too strong

I've noticed this with both fullsize Nissan and Toyota trucks. The beds shutter and shake like crazy.

imported_mega · 12-09-2009, 11:25 AM

it's because they are light duty, you don't see farmers owning them, or work trucks that actually get used for work

Spec 1 · 12-09-2009, 04:28 PM

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haha, unfortunately still averages around 14

Would rather 14 than 11.

TK-421 · 12-09-2009, 08:45 PM

The Denali is my favorite for sure. It also liked it's ballsy commercial that called it a "nutcracker" (I know it's only talking about the regular Sierra, but you know what I'm getting at)

MisterSkiMask · 12-09-2009, 08:53 PM

Between the Toyota and the Chevy, I would buy the Chevy. GM has done a very good job on their trucks, I think it is very good looking, and it has a very comfortable interior.

If I was just looking for a half ton pick up truck, I would probably buy an F-150.

wakeboarder109 · 12-09-2009, 09:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Sniz

i've heard the bed and tailgate system of the tundra is not very good.

also heard of poor ride stability on the highway?

based on that video I'd believe it for sure. when I test drove it I didn't notice anything major.

ktan · 12-20-2009, 01:33 AM

Tundra for sure, I've had both and i enjoy the tundra 10x better. they're just built better and has all the luxurys a rover has (in the Limited anyways)

Craig@SupremePower · 12-20-2009, 01:38 AM

The Denali...

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imported_mega Colonel 123 Rep 2,200 Posts Drives: various bmw's Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: neverland iTrader: (0)	it's because they are light duty, you don't see farmers owning them, or work trucks that actually get used for work __________________ You only need two tools in life - WD-40 and Duct Tape. If it doesn't move and should, use the WD-40. If it shouldn't move and does, use the duct tape. Driving e82, e72, e85, R53 Gone but not forgotten.. 1974 2002, many various 3s.
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TK-421 Registered Sex Offender 573 Rep 4,759 Posts Drives: E46 M3 \| 1JZ S13 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Tampa, FL iTrader: (0)	The Denali is my favorite for sure. It also liked it's ballsy commercial that called it a "nutcracker" (I know it's only talking about the regular Sierra, but you know what I'm getting at) __________________ Stop putting stuff like painted reflectors and premium package in your signature. You're embarrassing.
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MisterSkiMask Banned 147 Rep 2,014 Posts Drives: I Can not say Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: you must not know iTrader: (0)	Between the Toyota and the Chevy, I would buy the Chevy. GM has done a very good job on their trucks, I think it is very good looking, and it has a very comfortable interior. If I was just looking for a half ton pick up truck, I would probably buy an F-150.
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ktan Private 1 Rep 53 Posts Drives: 2006 M5 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Minneapolis / Kuala Lumpur iTrader: (0)	Tundra for sure, I've had both and i enjoy the tundra 10x better. they're just built better and has all the luxurys a rover has (in the Limited anyways)
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