2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 414 kg more than 2002 Porsche Cayenne.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Sierra | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 100 L |
