2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2003 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 406. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 406. 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 2003 Peugeot 406. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 406. (197 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2003 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Sierra | 406 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
