1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Fiesta | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Fiesta | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 5358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 98 L |
