2006 Dacia Logan vs. 2006 GMC Sierra

To start off, both 2006 Dacia Logan and 2006 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2006 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1381 kg more than 2006 Dacia Logan. 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 2006 Dacia Logan. 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 (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dacia Logan.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Dacia Logan 2006 GMC Sierra
Make Dacia GMC
Model Logan Sierra
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1597 cc 5965 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 86 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 127 Nm 488 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1055 kg 2436 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 6570 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 2450 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1970 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 4250 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.3 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 132 L


 

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