2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2001 Saturn SC
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saturn SC would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2001 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn SC.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn SC. (155 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2001 Saturn SC | |
| Make | GMC | Saturn |
| Model | Sierra | SC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
