2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2001 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (590 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (301 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1235 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen W12.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen W12. 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, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (620 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2001 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sierra | W12 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 590 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2520 mm |
