2006 GMC Sierra vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 723 kg more than 1999 Porsche 911.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Sierra | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2263 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
