2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2001 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1118 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. 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 2001 Hyundai Elantra. 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 (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2001 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Sierra | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2317 kg | 1199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 55 L |
