2001 Ford Fiesta 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 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 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 228 more horse power than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Fiesta | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Fiesta | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 5358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |
