2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 862 kg more than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercury Sable. 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) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (248 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Sierra | Sable |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |
