1999 GMC Sierra vs. 2006 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sierra weights approximately 98 kg more than 2006 Jeep Liberty.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 GMC Sierra (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Sierra | 2006 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Sierra | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
