2006 Dodge Charger vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,063 cc, 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2012 GMC Sierra. (315 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2012 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 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Sierra. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Charger | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Charger | Sierra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 5300 cc |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |