2001 Acura RL vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura RL would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 642 kg more than 2001 Acura RL.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | RL | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 129 L |
