2005 Acura TL vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura TL would be higher. At 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Acura TL. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 865 kg more than 2005 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura TL. 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 (515 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TL. (323 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TL | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | TL | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |
