2006 GMC Sierra vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX would be higher. 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 170 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1283 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 GMC Sierra (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2510 mm |
