2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Sierra.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Sierra. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Silverado | Sierra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 98 L |