2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 671 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Silverado | Sierra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 6199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 98 L |