2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Tahoe | Sierra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 472 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 6330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1869 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 4000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 129 L |